I recently attended at staff training where an individual who has been working with youth for about 50 years shared the top 10 things he wished he would have realized when he first started working with youth. They are worth sharing.
1- We can only see a small part of what God is doing - don't judge results on what we see now
2- Pray expectantly and stubbornly, and watch for God each day - prayer works
3- Realize that you are called and gifted
4- Develop thick skin. You will be disappointed, you will be criticized, and you will suffer.
5- Be known as an encourager
6- Develop disciplines and keep them
7- Don't favor or pre-judge students or fellow leaders. You don't know how God will use them, so always think and expect the best.
8- You are not taking Jesus to the kids, Jesus is taking you to them
9- Go after help when you need it
10- Always foster friendship. Be the first to smile, be the first to know everyone's name.
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