Lessons, one year later…

A few weeks ago, I celebrated one year as the lead pastor of Christ Family Worship Assembly (CFWA) in West Palm Beach, Florida. As I reflect on the past year, and my experience of leading an existing church, here’s what I’ve learned:

• Build trust before you try to build ministry.

• You will pay for assuming. It costs less to pay attention.

• You’re not a pastor because you share a message. You’re a pastor because you share experiences.

• As a pastor, you need two things: tough skin and a soft heart.

• Values are either actual or aspirational. Discern the difference and decide which you want.

• We is always better than me.

• Pastor like it’s a marathon, because it is.