During September I'm blogging each day about one thing I've learned from 35 years of doing ministry. Nothing about it is rocket science -- they're just tips that have served me well these past three decades.Lesson #20 - Don't try to be somebody you aren't.
To my discredit I've tried to do this from time to time - be somebody else. It was always someone I deeply admired -- their personality -- their approach to ministry -- the way they handle conflict -- their preaching style -- I've tried to be somebody else.
I found I could keep that up -- for about 72 hours. And the whole time I looked like a complete moron to everybody around me.
Plus, I go home exhausted every night.
Just be you, for heaven's sake. God likes you the way you are.
And be blessed.
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