Often times there is a big disconnect between who we image ourselves to be and the way we actually behave. Ever you ever wondered why you struggle to lose weight now matter who determined you are to change this time. If we put aside the physical reasons dieting isn't working: you metabolism, age, genetics and the like. Maybe just maybe the issue has more to do our core values. Let me take a moment to give you a clear definition of core values. In a new e-book for Exponential by Todd Wilson, "Multiplication Matters," he defines core values this way: "Core values ... the things so important to us that they shape how we think and how we do all that we do. Our core values reflect our heart, what we really care about deep down. They overflow …show more content…
The stories you highlight in your public assemblies (worship) is what your members discover the organization values. What do you frequently talk about most with your people? Is it the metrics we commonly measure? Worship attendance, the dollars collected toward the budget or numbers of people in bible study? While these things are important, the message you are sending by highlight those is that these things are the core of who we are. If you want to change that focus change the stories, change the narrative because what we celebrate determines what is most important to us. Our story should inspire others to embrace our values and desire to join us on the mission God has called us to carry out. What are we actually Doing (Behaviors)? I remember hear this saying growing up, "Talk is Cheap." We can have all the good intentions we want but in the end, people judge you by your actions. What are you actually investing your time in determines what your values are? If I say I want to lose weight but never change my eating habits and actually not just pass by the gym on the way to Kristy Kreme donuts then I really can't expect to lose weight. My behavior reveals my real core values. So how and where you invest your time, talents and treasure testifies to the organization what you truly