Dialogue is a great tool for teams and organizations. Dialogue clarifies, brings new ideas, puts ideas and options on the table, allows for multiple viewpoints which frequently results in better outcomes.
Dialogue should always be encouraged! What should not be encouraged is division. Dialogue facilitates understanding while division draws lines. Dialogue encourages options while division says it must be my option. Dialogue brings all points of view while division says it must be my point of view.
Dialogue comes from a place of humility, knowing that we don't have all the answers and desiring the best solution. Division, on the other hand, comes from a place of pride which believes that my way is the right way - period. Dialogue brings others in along with their ideas while division puts others out along with their views.
As you think about the culture of your ministry, is it more about dialogue or division?
1 comment:
This is a great point...when making a decision as a positional leader it often requires the humility to discern between pride (of your own suggestion) and the right decision. Do we chose our option because it's edifying/healthy, or because it originated with us...
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