What’s Your Warning Light?

Written by Nakules Veran Thursday, 17 November 2011 20:00

Having been an avid collector of classic cars, I have had my share of surprises. While every conceivable effort had been taken to ensure that the car was well maintained, it was only a matter of time when something gave way. There have been instances when your only clue that something’s amiss is when you see steam gushing out from under your hood.

These cars were not equipped with any early warning systems and a lot of pre-emptive maintenance had to be undertaken. It’s easier when you only have to deal with one car but a lot more challenging when there are a few. And, one size does not fit all.

Running programs and ministries in church is akin to maintaining classic cars.  Pre-emptive “maintenance” is essential and timely intervention is necessary. You will need to react when “cracks” or “misalignment” start to show and ensure that the programs and ministries are near optimal levels. You certainly don’t want to wait till “steam” appears.

Do you have a program health assessment in place?