My 55 To Carry
I just got back to my office from sharing some leadership/teamwork thoughts with the Mariner basketball team. (One of my favorite things I do each week.) Today I shared the old (really old) story about moving a barn in Bruno, Nebraska.
In short form — Herman Osprey wanted to move his barn about 50 yards to higher ground to avoid flooding when it rains. So his son devised a plan using steel tubing all around the barn. His son’s plan was that if 344 people each lifted 55 pounds they could move the barn. It worked. 344 people moved that barn 50 yards to higher ground.
It’s a great reminder than when everybody does their part — lifts their part enormous things can be accomplished. Do you realize that someone is counting on you to lift your 55 pounds?
Your church is counting on you to serve somewhere to do your part to help reach your community. Your employer is counting on you to lift your 55. Your spouse is counting on you. Your children are counting on you.
If you drop your 55 then someone else has to try to pick up yours and theirs. Wherever God has placed you in life, jump in and carry your 55 and see what can be accomplished together for His glory.
Just some thoughts,
Jeff.
