While
they were struggling in troubles and pain, their joy overcame that trial, just
like their excellent giving overcame their poverty. I can tell you – they did
their very best, and even more; without anyone asking. (2 Corinthians 8:2-3)
Do you expect excellence? For each person,
the definition of excellence is the same. In every task, large or small, the
standard of excellence is that you do your best. Will you adopt that standard
for yourself and your people?
Paul here tells the story of the Macedonians,
who gave generously at a time many people would be selfish and uncaring. They
themselves were poor, and they had been suffering through unusually difficult
circumstances. However, these people managed to keep their focus on others,
loving to the point that it cost them. They did their best. Their actions were
excellent, simply because it was what they should do. And, as this group gave,
Paul notes that their sorrow became joy. Giving from their poverty in obedience
to God’s call to do their best brought the real prosperity of His joy.
Lead your people to prosperous excellence.
Establish excellence as their standard, and yours.
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