(Recognize) What is the importance of “systems thinking”?
1. Life with God is a journey
-The importance of the journey
-The unique task of leadership in it
2. Leadership is an art with natural / supernatural dimensions
-The key factor irrespective of style
-The reward of wise, effective leadership
(Recognize) What are the two most important reasons for evaluation?
1.To go anywhere we must know where we are
-Our present position should never be quickly assumed
-The Bible is an evaluative book
2.When we know where we are we also know where we are not – and have a better idea of where to go next
(Recognize) What are the six areas in local church life that require ongoing evaluation?
1. Beliefs
2. Direction
3. Costs/benefits
4. Needed resources
5. Motivation
6. God’s presence/ participation
Explain (in 2 sentences) the difference between internal and external evaluation. Then list (in 1 word/phrase each) two examples of each type of evaluation. (Sect. 4)