In the last year I have had numerous sources stretch me in my personal growth as a leader, pastor, and disciple.  The older I get the more I realize how badly I need to constantly improve.  In the younger years it was all to easy to ignore or be ignorant of my need, but now it is impossible to overlook it.

How am I attempting to grow?  I am walking down three different avenues.  First, praying that God will change me!  I need his help for sure and want any change to be directed by him.  Second, asking for help from others who I know and respect.  Mentors, peers, and anyone else that is open to giving me some pointers.  Third, I am reading a lot more than I ever have in my life.  I have a goal of 50 books this year which would be nearly double of last year, but not as many as it should be.  I have a friend who read over 300 books last year!  Now granted he is a fast reader and a bit of a nerd, but inspiring none the less.

My guess is you need to grow as well.  Do you have a plan, a strategy, and some avenues to walk down yourself.  If you have a good one pass it on - learn and return!

Joe