It’s hard to put today into perspective. I was part of a group of five pastors that met with Dr. George Wood, General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God. We spent the better part of fourteen hours together including dinner at his house. I can only describe it as a thoroughly enjoyable day that leaves me hopeful about things to come.

Here are a few of my unfiltered impressions:

I love George Wood’s leadership style. He focuses on ends not means which gives churches the freedom to innovate. That’s huge! Really love the way he appreciates the past but focuses on the future. He makes me think. He speaks a new language, not tired words. And I feel like he hears me when I talk. So much of leadership is creating culture and setting tone. Great tone being established at headquarters!

I honestly feel like I got a lesson in leadership today.