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In the last couple of days I’ve had several conversations about strengths and weaknesses, and how important it is to recognize them in yourself.  One of the most memorable moments at this years C3 Conference was when Ed Young said at one point in the history of Fellowship Church he had to move his staff around to different positions.  He said he didn’t kick anyone off the bus he just changed their seats.  And in doing this he found that several people were working outside their gifts and they were much stronger in a different area. 

Over the last year or so I’ve done a lot of evaluating myself trying to learn what my giftings are and I’ve come to some conclusions and I’ve even changed my job here at Bay.  Why would I continue doing something that is not my strength, first off it’s hurting me, and then theres the people or group under me that are also affected, but its keeping someone else out of their right spot. 

Just because you can sing doesn’t mean your a worship leader or just because you are a good communicator doesn’t mean your a pastor.  Sometimes we need to change seats and find our fit.

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