I have worn glasses to correct my distance vision since college days, but now I'm starting to notice some difficulty in reading the fine print. So bifocals will be required so that I can see clearly both near and far. As I've reflected on my interactions with Christian leaders, I realize that bifocal vision is often lacking. Sometimes leaders have a clear vision, but lack the clarity to see the next steps that need to be taken to move them closer to their goals. Other can see short term, but don't have a clear picture of the future.
Effective leaders have bifocal vision.
Through the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we can continually focus our long term vision and our short term activities. Setting priorities enables a pastor or church leader to maximize his or her contribution to the advance of the kingdom of God. The process of determining priorities is intensely spiritual for the Christian leader. As we cultivate a close, intimate relationship with Jesus Christ, we can discern God's direction for our lives and ministry. Our fruitfulness will increase as we seek to know and do the will of God.