Three Magic Words

This week I had a meeting with my mentor, friend, and the lead pastor of Restore Community Church, Troy McMahon  to discuss my residency. Now, I love sitting down with more experienced leaders because I know this will make me a better leader,but there are those occasional meetings when I am shown that some of my choices are motivated by fear and pride. The truth is, sometimes I think I am being independent when I make choices with my life, but the reality is I have a hard time saying the three magic words. I NEED HELP. The scariest part for me in this realization is that I didn't know it was fear and pride that stopped me from asking my friends for help. I just thought to myself  "I need to figure this situation out on my own". But I never stopped to ask myself why? Why do I need to figure this out on my own when I am surrounded by such a great team of people? Is it because I am independent, or is it because I am afraid that people with think less of me? I think it may be the latter on this occasion. 

I can't help but think about the story Jesus told of the servants who were given talents according to their ability. One was given five talents, and returned five more to his master. The second was given two talents, and returned two more. Both were blessed to hear the words "Well done, good and faithful servant!" The third and final servant was given only one talent, but because he was afraid of his master he decided to hide the one talent resulting in a harsh rebuke. I wonder what would have happened if that third servant would have humbled himself and asked the other two servants for help? 

This week has been a eye opener for me as I continue these early stages of leadership and am given the responsibility to manage a few "talents" at Restore. I will work to be faithful with a few, so one day I can manage much for the glory of God. I just have to remember to ask for help, especially when I am surrounded by a great team of people that I trust.