Here’s the third of my year end questions:

Year End Question #3
What do I want to do ‘less of’ in 2009?

As I reflect back on how I spent my time in 2008, it leads me to this question: what do I want to do less of in 2009?  In years past, this question has led to radical changes in my life as I’ve decided to do ‘less’ evening meetings (I currently do almost none) or I’ve decided to do less preaching (no one is great 52 weeks a year) or . . . .well, you get the picture.

I’ve learned that I cram my life too full and that I have to force myself to add white space (or margin) to my life if I’m going to remain effective.

Oh, and once you ask this question you have to develop a plan to make it happen – this question ain’t a magic wand (ha!).

See you in 2009 for the final question (no post on Jan 1 – I’m taking the day off).

Nelson

P.S. If you are looking for more ways to make 2009 greater than 2008, check out my resource Developing A One Year Personal Growth Plan by clicking here.

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About Nelson Searcy

Nelson Searcy is an experienced church growth strategist, pastor, church planter and coach, consulting with churches around the world. As founder of Church Leader Insights and the Renegade Pastors Network, he has personally trained more than 3,500 church leaders in over 45 denominations through live events, seminars and monthly coaching. Nelson is also the Founding and Lead Pastor of The Journey Church, with locations across New York City and in Boca Raton, FL. Nelson and his church routinely appear on lists such as “The 50 Most Influential Churches” and “The 25 Most Innovative Leaders.” He is the author of over 100 church growth resources and 18+ books, including The Renegade Pastor: Abandoning Average in Your Life, Ministry and The Difference Maker: Using Your Everyday Life for Eternal Impact, and At the Cross with the People Who Were There. He and his wife, Kelley, have one son, Alexander.