Sermon Series 2020

"The Dangers of Asymptomatic Sinners"

Sermon Series 2020

"Rooted in the Midst of Rona"

Ephesians 3:14-21 



Good to Great

Author: Jim Collins

Level 5 Leader

• The term “Level 5 Leader” refers to an individual who is very humble on a personal level, but who possesses a great deal of drive and desire to succeed. For the “Level 5 Leader” “success” is not personal, but defined by creating something great that will outlast their time at the helm. These are people with an unwavering will and commitment. 

First Who … Then What 

• During the transformation from Good to Great, rather than concern themselves first with the “what” - products, direction, strategy - the companies studied ensured they had the right people “on the bus” before anything else. By having a strong team, these companies avoided the pitfall of the “lone genius” CEO.

The Hedgehog Concept

• The “hedgehog concept” refers to a parable of a hedgehog and a fox, where the fox knows many things, but the hedgehog knows one big thing. The Good to Great companies were by and large built by “hedgehogs”. It just means that they were able to focus on one big important thing that made their companies great. Sometimes it takes real genius to see through all the clutter and grab the one, simple, unique thing that gives you the advantage.

Why greatness?

• Because it’s not really that much harder to be great than good, and if you’re not motivated to greatness, perhaps you should consider doing something else where you are.

7 Habits of Highly Effective People

Author: Stephen Covey

Each chapter is dedicated to one of the habits, which are represented by the following imperatives:

Independence or Self-Mastery

The First Three Habits surround moving from dependence to independence (i.e., self mastery):

Habit 1: Be Proactive

Synopsis: Take initiative in life by realizing that your decisions (and how they align with life's principles) are the primary determining factor for effectiveness in your life. Take responsibility for your choices and the subsequent consequences that follow.

Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind

Synopsis: Self-discover and clarify your deeply important character values and life goals. Envision the ideal characteristics for each of your various roles and relationships in life.

Habit 3: Put First Things First

Synopsis: Plan, prioritize, and execute your week's tasks based on importance rather than urgency. Evaluate whether your efforts exemplify your desired character values, propel you toward goals, and enrich the roles and relationships that were elaborated in Habit 2.

Interdependence

The next three have to do with Interdependence (i.e., working with others):

Habit 4: Think Win-Win

Synopsis: Genuinely strive for mutually beneficial solutions or agreements in your relationships. Value and respect people by understanding a "win" for all is ultimately a better long-term resolution than if only one person in the situation had gotten his way.

Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to be Understood

Synopsis: Use empathetic listening to be genuinely influenced by a person, which compels them to reciprocate the listening and take an open mind to being influenced by you. This creates an atmosphere of caring, respect and positive problem solving.

Habit 6: Synergize

Synopsis: Combine the strengths of people through positive teamwork, so as to achieve goals no one person could have done alone. Get the best performance out of a group of people through encouraging meaningful contribution, and modeling inspirational and supportive leadership.

Self Renewal

The Last habit relates to rejuvenation and revival:

Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw

Synopsis: Take personal time to renew the mental, social, emotional and spiritual dimensions.

Balance and renew your resources, energy, and health to create a sustainable, long-term, effective lifestyle.