Creating a Culture of Excellence

Agenda  Observe a ministry of excellence  Discover principles of an excellent ministry  Discuss practical ways to apply principles of excellence today.

Jesus As a Model  John 6:1 through John 6:14  1 Leader, 12 disciples, one kid.  2 fish, five loaves.  An immediate ministry need.  Responding with excellence

Empathy  Put yourself in Jesus’ shoes.  Changing perspectives  Critical Question:  Do we have “buy in”?

Enthusiasm  Envisioning the end  Growing in Passion  Becoming contagious  Critical Question:  Do we work in the center of our joy?

Energy  Prioritizing personal resources  Committing our efforts  Being honest about our service  Misplaced energy must be channeled.  Critical Question:  Do we bring first fruits or leftovers?

Empowered  Connect to the source  Empower others  Critical Question:  What are we uniquely empowered to accomplish as a ministry?

Efficient  Take inventory of abilities and resources  Clear the path of obstacles  Be consistent with our leadership from start to finish  Critical Question:  How much effort is misplaced on programs that lack purpose?

Effective  Do we have a realistic, purposeful goal?  Are our solutions functional and practical?  Critical Questions:  How can we track or quantify success?  What do you count?

Excellence  Others should see our ministries and testify of our faithfulness and discipleship  Our ministry should reflect God’s glory  Critical Question:  Do the efforts of everyone involved honor God?

Culture of Excellence Activity Refer to the handout. This is a homework.

Conclusion  Questions and comments.  Challenge.