One of the main things Mark talked about, building on Wes and Jeff, was that 3D isn't some program that you go through and then say you are finished. Rather it is an operating system. It is a place from which coaches are challenged to operate as a coach. In other words it isn't just something you can grab, implement and then move on when you are finished...rather it is a dynamic process of transformation that challenges the coach to coach and 'operate' differently. This isn't just something a coach can use as a coach and then separate from the rest of his/her life. That spoke volumes. My small group spent some time talking about that, reflecting on what that meant for sharing, as well as what that meant for ministry, follow-up, and more. It also helped me to not feel like it's one more thing that I have to add to my plate, this 'program', but rather it can become my operating system throughout the entirety of ministry within FCA in Portland.
Another thing that Mark shared was the formula for change:
Change = Discontent x Vision x Next Steps > Resistance
I love this. First, it's a reminder to slow down. We need to put a good plan in place. Second, there has to be a clear understanding of where we are going, of what the preferred future is. Third, it's a reminder that there will always be resistance. I love the discontent piece as well...a little holy discontent plays a huge role in seeing change come about. If any of these is "0", then there is no change. I want to see change; and if I want to see change, I have to put in the hard work of casting vision, creating discontent, and crafting the next steps...only in doing so will I be ready to overcome the resistance.
Today, we'll head home...and then it's time to get to work.
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