Back from Indy

General Council was interesting to say the least. A lot of time was spent accomplishing a little. That's actually the most frustrating part of belonging to such a large denomination. It takes a long time, even a generation many times to bring radical and relevant change. The concern I have is if my generation of leaders will stick around long enough to see these changes take place. The good news, however, is the conversation has started.

During the opening business session the topic came up regarding the General Superintendent serving simultaneously in the Senior Pastorate. This concept is not a new concept since it is being effectively done among the Southern Baptists, the Assemblies of God in Australia and most A/G fellowships around the world. But for the U.S. Assemblies of God this has now become a public conversation on the floor of the General Council Business session.

Props to Tommy Barnett for getting the ball rolling and all of those who have been willing to speak up and champion this cause. John Lindell is also an advocate for this change along with many leaders from across our fellowship. Finally, my friend Dave Crosby has many great thoughts that I agree with regarding this issue on his blog.

Let's keep the conversation going and see change...slowly but surely.