Section 3 Rediscovers "It!"

What a wonderful time we had last night in Cedar Rapids. Section 3 hosted a beautiful banquet in the Marriott. Great food and great people!
We distributed Craig Groeschel's book, "It" to all of the pastors in attendance and sent people home with discussion questions to begin the buzz about "It" in our local churches. Next week we will meet with Sections 5, 7 and 1. Can't wait to talk about "It"!
I also want to remind pastors to talk to their boards about Sunstream Campground matching faith promises. Renovation is moving forward at Sunstream, and things are really looking great!

Significant Vocations

I'm reading Run with the Bulls Without Getting Trampled by Tim Erwin. Pat Lencioni says, (It) is one of those books that really makes you want to be a better manager, a better leader, a better person. In the book, Irwin writes about the significance of our work. He says significant work checklist includes four things:
1. It inspires passion. Nobody wants to spend his life void of passion.
2. It fits who we are.
3. It serves others.
4. It provides meaning.

You may be thinking, "My job doesn't do all of those things. Maybe I need to look for other employment." Before you run to the next opportunity, it might be best to examine whether your current situation is exactly the place God wants you to be. Maybe you can live out the checklist via a changed attitude or perspective rather than a change in location or vocation.

Pursuing "It"

We enjoyed being with the pastors and board members from Section 2 last night. What an incredible meal. It's hard to beat BBQ!
Here's the update on the "It Adventure":
You can order the books for board members through Rosenkrans Book and Bible. They are offer killer deals on both the book and the video that we are promoting on the Network Tour. Be sure to mention that you are part of the Iowa Ministry Network when you contact them. They can be reached through their web site or their email address: fdrosen@yahoo.com.
Join the "It Adventure!"

Spreading "It"

We were with Section 4 last night for their Network Tour where we shared the challenge to pursue "It." Essentially, "It" is the presence and power of God manifested through His people. We are asking all of our Network churches to ask the question: "Does our church have 'It'?" If we don't have "It," are we willing to do whatever it takes to get "It?"
Throughout the tour we will distribute Craig Groeschel's book, "It" to all of our Network pastors. We are encouraging our pastors and boards to begin pursuing "It" by discussing the questions at the close of each chapter. I'd also encourage churches to purchase Groeschel's DVD that includes nine segments that will help facilitate those discussions. You can find both of these resources at Zondervan.com. Join us on the great "It Adventure!"