Momentum

I went to hear #2 son play again tonight. It was a good show and they are steadily picking up momentum with regular gigs and loyal fans. I had my own momentum swings at work today. I was struggling to get the kind of images I needed to capture, but once the setting was right and some progress was seen, the participants were eager to continue and they started making suggestions and recognized their role in the process. We were working in synchronization. I think I’ll have some good images, not because of my skills, but because of the energy and eagerness that was evident in their faces and in their body language. Momentum produces a ripple effect that first causes people to take notice and then draws them into the eddy of energy and connection. Management by God shares the inspiration of Ehud who took a nation at standstill under foreign rule, and not only got them moving in the right direction, but maintained independence for the next 80 years. From Ehud we are able to learn four key principles that can help build momentum.

• Build trust
• Get creative
• Do the unexpected
• Build on your success

My prayer for the congregation?

Dear God, We are thrilled to be caught up in the momentum of your vision. Let our leadership discern the vision that captures your will for our congregation. Let us work together to build trust that we are not seeking to impose our own ideas, but are willing to be the hands and voices of a greater good. Encourage us to be creative and suggest ideas that will help utilize our gifts to help complete the image of our church’s role in the world. Let us experience unexpected glimpses of grace as we work in synchronization, recognizing our common goal to share and live the Good News. By your power and dominion, let us build stepping stones of success, leading us towards the path of your righteousness. May a sense of urgency envelope our church; building momentum that moves us in the right direction for the next 80 years. May our ripple effect reach out through the community, connecting with other circles of grace, drawing those who need to know of your love and peace in their lives. Amen.