LEAD

We had an amazing Easter weekend at Journey Church.  Hundreds of people came to faith in Christ and attendance soared to record highs so we are grateful for what God is doing in our church and in our cities.

Frankly, it was the kind of weekend it's tough to come down from.  But you have to.  You have to wake up on Monday and go back to work again.  Easter weekend never feels like work to me.

There are so many people to help -- so many to disciple -- so many in difficult situations -- so many need prayer and wise counsel.

Then there's you, the pastor (insert your role here).

Don't forget about you.  

Nobody wants to say that because it sounds so selfish.  "As a Christ-follower isn't it your calling to be about everybody else all the time?"

Don't forget about you.

But you have to take time to lead yourself.  Nobody wants to follow a person who doesn't know how to lead Me, Myself and I.

So this is an encouragement to take time for yourself -- read a book -- go sit outside -- hit the gym -- talk to God -- enjoy your family -- get a mentor -------- before you try to lead somebody else.

And be blessed.