Come
here, follow me now, and I will make you become fishers of people. (Matthew
4:19)
What is your product or
service? How do you figure your bottom-line? For many people, success is
measured by dollars or percentages, growth in square feet, or in numbers of
people. There is usually some list of objectives or measurements that informs
the work of a successful organization. Some call this management by objectives.
Jesus
introduced a new concept to Simon and Andrew. He replaced their objectives with
a new process – “Follow me.” He changed their product and their bottom line
too. Most importantly Jesus assumes responsibility for that new bottom line.
Wow, what a relief! Finally, though, there is a cost; a price you pay for this
new deal. You must give up your objectives, and simply obey Jesus.
Are
you willing to “drop your net” – your goals, your process, your measurements –
and follow Jesus? Will you manage your life by simple obedience?
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