As I am approaching 5 years as a lead pastor, and trying to navigate a building change or addition, I am constantly asking God, "What's Next?". Many times, that question is followed up by the reality of me having no idea how to do what He has in mind. I constantly find myself in prayer with God and having conversations with mentors and friends that I value a great deal. I realized a long time ago that if I want to go very far in ministry, I need to surround myself with people who have taken a similar journey. Of course I know God has given me a vision for ministry and yet at the same time, He instructs us to seek advice. So, if you want to know what the next step is, you likely need to follow someone that has taken the step prior to you.
Proverbs 19:20-21 (esv) Listen to advice and accept instruction, that you may gain wisdom in the future. Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand.
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