Creating a culture vs shaping one

Some people like to start from scratch, and create their own culture.

Others like to change an existing culture.

Church world

Some people like to launch church plants.

Some people like to work within existing churches and change the culture.

Some people like to create a culture based on their unique wirings and giftings.

Others do research prior to launch, determine trends, and shape their writings around that.

Some people like to forge their own path and start a new business.

Others would rather work to improve and expand an existing one.

I don’t think there’s a right or wrong answer here. What you prefer is based on how God has gifted and wired you. We need both.

And I’m thankful that we serve a God who does both…and neither at the same time, because He’s making all things new.

So what do you prefer?

Do you like to create a new culture or shape an existing one?

Would you rather save a sinking ship…or let it sink and build a new one?

MichaelDPerkins

I would rather create something because of how God has wired me. It’s not that I don’t enjoy shaping and existing culture because I do. But I find more satisfaction and joy in doing something new.
- Ben Reed
  
  I find much more joy there, too, Michael.
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Jason Vana

I am more prone to create something new than trying to improve something that is already existing. That doesn’t mean I haven’t worked in already established organizations or churches, and have done the hard work of trying to change the culture within it, but I find more joy, more energy in starting something new.
- Ben Reed
  
  I’m with you, Jason. I get too frustrated when organizations take years to change. I’d much rather start from scratch
Brandon

Very interesting post! Personally, I would rather be the starter of something. What about you?
- Ben Reed
  
  Me too, Brandon!