Today a friend, who is a children’s pastor in our area, stopped by to visit. We talked about each other’s ministries - the good, the bad and the ugly! His church has experienced some leadership changes in the past year that have forced him to grow in some areas. He made a statement that caught my attention. He said, “Experiences are meant to be shared.” His point was that the good, the bad and the ugly all have a purpose. They are helping him grow to be a better leader. The time is coming when he will share these experiences with others in a productive manner.

Remember, good leaders never overlook an experience. They see it as an opportunity.