Senior software engineer Christophe Bisciglia challenges every Google job applicants with this question: "Tell me, what would you do if you had 1,000 times more data?" He's trying to see if they have the ability to work - and dream - on a vastly larger scale.
As I go from Whiteboard to Catalyst this June... I have the chance to work and dream on a vastly larger scale. I've been meeting with the Catalyst team all this week and get the chance to dream a bit with Reggie, Lanny, Brad Lomenick, and Jeff Shinabarger this Friday.
that is a great question to ask pastors. What would they do with more zeros...how would that influence their vision and their ability to serve...another good question for pastor is what would you do with fewer zeros...how would that change your committment to the church/organization. How would it change your church culture. Would it be positive or negative..........an even more interesting way to ask these question is in regards to the deacons/elders.....it is a great way to help them dream and get excited.
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Posted by: J. Cardinell | May 08, 2008 at 10:52 AM
That's a good question. As a pastor it's easy to say, "I could reach the whole community if I only had more money." But, how? What would you do? If you have a good plan it can be successful with little money. Don't get me wrong, a good plan and a good bankroll is a wonderful combination. But, money alone won't reach the world--you gotta have a plan!
Posted by: GodlyDads.com | May 08, 2008 at 01:38 PM
Ben, you're a genius! Welcome aboard!
With more money? I would try and facilitate national discussion/debate to promote unity across the Church.
And I would write a book to accomplish the same purpose.
And I would drive around the country and meet hundreds of christian leaders who are doing something new, that's working, and help tell the rest of us about it.
Posted by: Jesse Phillips | May 08, 2008 at 02:01 PM
I love the question you asked. I think this is something very beneficial for all leaders to consider. We want to reach the masses (as leaders) but are we ready to receive them?
I'm SO stoked for you and your new found opportunity. It just sounds (and will be) amazing.
Posted by: Terrace Crawford | May 08, 2008 at 05:43 PM