I'll admit, I'm a sucker for media. I love the newest and latest electronics and computer software. I've taught our leadership team over the past few weeks about Google's multiple assets - like email, calender, and docs. We use Aviom's in ear monitor system. We have a sound both with lots of buttons and we make our own videos. But here's the thing, without a relational co
nnection that runs deeper than the glow of the latest gadgets, it's all in vain.
I believe that they are proportionate. The more cutting edge assets you employ, the deeper your need for human connection. Simply because people will question your motives - are you trying to impress, or actually using the assets to a purpose. No doubt they can
be assets, but they can also be counteractive.
I've seen the temptation in myself to let the technology su
rge ahead of the connection and am even more convinced. This is why simple churches without all the latest tech grow - they realized the need for the connection before the assets of technology and thus that is what's primarily their focus. We all know that the focus should be on the relational connection that proves the depth of true love, but do others see it. Perception is reality.
So before you go and splurge financially on iPhones for everyone or computerized lighting, maybe we need to splurge some quality time on our 1st impressions team training or small group integration.
I have found however some media elements that have directly helped out in the area of relational connecting. I'll highlight some tomorrow.
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