The first 90 days of a pastor’s tenure can set the tone for the future of ministry. Today, we update our discussion on the topic with some new insights.
Some highlights from today’s episode include:
- Meetings and meals in your first 90 days are for the purpose of getting to know people and building relationships.
- Leadership is about relationships.
- Low-hanging fruit allows you to build momentum in your early days of a new ministry. Find it and pick it.
- A prophetic voice doesn’t always have to be judgmental or negative. It can be truly hopeful.
The seven strategies we discuss are:
- Lots of meetings and meals
- Picking low-hanging fruit
- Voicing hope and encouragement
- Taking a listening posture
- Introductions to other pastors
- Begin praying for other churches in worship services
- Learning the church thoroughly
Resources mentioned in today’s podcast
- Nine Steps for a Pastor’s First 90 Days
- WooMarriage.com/freetrial – Use offer code LEADERSHIP at checkout
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