That bold idea within you demands something: a look inside.
It won’t come alive until you cultivate a reflective spirit. As JC Ryle put it, “He would would build high must first dig deep.”
So dig deep this week on some foundational questions. Ask yourself:
- What am I willing to do without to make room for what is to become?
- What challenges or obstacles will be big enough to stop me?
- What are the faith lessons I am learning and how can I better listen to the voice of the Master?
Start with those three. Journal. Reflect. Pray. Great ideas take time to cultivate. Without reflection, you may not be able to discern a good idea from a great one.
Take out your spade of reflection and dig deep for the greater treasure God has put within you.
A version of this post originally appeared on learygates.com.
Leary Gates is the co-host of the BoldIdea podcast and leadership and corporate venture coach. He writes on his blog learygates.com about leadership, transition, productivity and personal venturing. Learn more by visiting Leary’s blog or follow him on Twitter, LinkedIn, or Google Plus.