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Finishing Touches

 


Finishing touches are the home stretch in getting a home renovation project across the finish line. They are the little things that really make a difference and help to achieve the “wow” factor. The design elements add both character and personality and can make your home renovation feel complete.

 

One finishing touch in my story after burnout was gathering a small group around me.  This was purposely designed for stewarding my well-being in not doing ministry alone but in community.  The design elements in this team were individuals who committed to caring and ministering to my well-being. Individuals I could be vulnerable and honest. Gave them permission to ask me questions about anything. Accountability in all areas of my life. Encouragement. Praying for me individually and collectively on a regular basis. Receiving collective wisdom from them in decision making. Advocating and resourcing on my behalf.

 

The individuals who the Father led me to hand select to be on my team are my “wow” factors both in my life and in my ministry. There are so many small things my team has done for me over the years and still do that I am deeply grateful and appreciative that continues to amaze and astound me. In all my transitions since burnout, being in community with my team has been a joy and comfort as iron sharpens iron.

 

In your life transition, what finishing touches do you need to cross the finish line? What design elements add character and personality?

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