Making Decisions

As leaders we have to make tough decisions that not only affect us but even more importantly affect those that are around us. In making decisions we must be mindful of the big picture and be totally desperate to hear the voice of God to grant us clarity, wisdom, and discernment. Lately, I have had to make some really big decisions in order to prepare our ministry for the next level and I find myself asking questions:

1.)Does this decision compromise the Gospel?

2.) Does this decision negatively impact the vision or values?

3.) Is this something we could genuinely get excited about?

4.) Is this a temporary solution?

5.) Is this adding more to the plate or making things more simple?

6.) Is this excellence or extravagance?

7.) Am I looking only at what is good for my ministry or the whole entire church?