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What's the impact of prioritizing short-term gains?
Answer:
As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with the idea of prioritizing their lives. When we focus on short-term gains, it's easy to get caught up in the idea that one area of our lives is more important than others. But in reality, this approach can lead to an imbalance that ultimately affects our relationships and our faith. Prioritizing short-term gains can lead to a sense of burnout and exhaustion. For example, if I'm so focused on getting the church's finances in order that I neglect my family, I may achieve short-term success but ultimately harm the very people who are most important to me. My wife Susan and I have been married for 19 years, and we've learned that taking care of our family is crucial to our well-being and our faith. In our household, we try to prioritize the things that are truly important to us. My son Joshua is 17 and my daughter Rebecca is 14, and they need guidance and support as they navigate their teenage years. By putting our family first, we're able to model a healthy balance of faith, family, and work. This approach may not always lead to short-term gains, but it's the only way we can truly live out our values and be the people God has called us to be.
Sources:
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
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