This is the second podcast in a series about the principles that we are use to organize our preaching. (Here’s a link to the first). Practices may be different in different places and circumstances, but the underlying principles remain the same. Understanding what these principles are, and how to apply them, leads to more effective organization of the preaching mission.
At the basis of everything is individual spiritual practice and personal purity. In addition to this there are principles for organizing time, effort and resources in the most effective way.
The second principle that I discuss here is “Think Steps, Not Programs”. It’s about focusing on people - the people we work with and the people we work for - rather than programs. Programs exist for people, not the other way round. We have to “preach on purpose” - be intentional and conscious about what we are doing. When a program serves the people, it serves its purpose. People are important, because people are important to Krishna.
Preaching is about personal transformation. It’s about producing transformation. It’s about a process. A process requires steps. Programs are nothing more or less than steps in that process of transformation. Are you providing all the steps that people need to undergo the process of transformation, in a way that they can take them? This is a new lens for looking at your programs from a strategic, people-focused perspective. Think steps, not programs.
enjoyed your podcast on think steps, not programs…a lot of good food for thought and discussion.