Driving Reckless

Leaders want to get there fast. It’s because the vision is constantly in their view. It’s almost as if they can reach out and touch it, but they’re still so… far… away…

It’s okay to be driven, but it’s not okay to drive recklessly. Many high-level leaders drive way too fast. They avoid the blind spots, run past stop signs, avoid caution lights, miss road signs, pass important exits, hit the orange cones, and eventually run out of gas, because they’re not paying attention to the gauges inside the car. Even more dangerous is when leaders drive drunk on their success. Not good. Disaster up ahead!

Leader… You are in need of much patience. Slow down. Get some people in your car that will help you see what you are missing. Don’t just surround yourself with yes people. Ask for advice and take it. Take time to pray, read the Word of God, meditate. When you succeed, don’t gloat in it. Don’t drive drunk. Listen to the still small voice. If you’re going too fast, you’ll miss the turn, run headlong off the road, and end up stranded. 

It’s okay to step on the pedal every once in a while, and even necessary in order to pass up the distractions, but you should obey the speed limit signs the Holy Spirit has posted. By all means, keep your eyes on the windshield, but if you’re a leader you’ll need to regularly look in the rearview mirror to make sure the people who are following you are still there. Slow, steady, and faithful progress will get you to your destination.

“Imitate those who through faith and patience inherit what has been promised.” (Hebrews 6:12 NIV)