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Think you're ready for change? I read this today and thought it was good enough to pass along. You can read the entire article at  www.Tonymorganlive.com.

10 Signs You're not Ready for Change

1. You see other organizations as the competition instead of the idea incubators.
2. You're trying to avoid criticism that comes when you fail...and when you succeed.
3. You're afraid of the culture.
4. Your life is fast and cluttered and there's no space to dream.
5. You value getting it right over getting started.
6. You believe conflict is a bad thing.
7. You've stopped asking questions.
8. You think systems and strategy are the enemy of creativity.
9. You're expecting to receive credit for your ideas.
10. You think you've already arrived.

So, are you ready for change? Most people aren't and they have little impact in the Kingdom. I thank God I am serving in a church that isn't afraid of change. Change is what's happening each week at Lanier Hills. Our God is changing lives! God is passionate about changed lives and so I am. I believe God is wanting to change so many lives that we can't even fathom it. I hope you are getting ready for some great changes at Lanier Hills. God is putting such an exciting vision in my heart that I can't hardly wait to share it. As we look forward to great days at LHC, begin asking yourself how ready are you for change?

Thanks for a great day yesterday. The building was rocking and God was changing lives!
Pastor Randall

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