Order
Nehemiah 11:1 And the rulers of the people dwelt at Jerusalem: the rest of the people also cast lots, to bring one of ten to dwell in Jerusalem the holy city, and nine parts to dwell in other cities.
The migration and settlement of the people was done in an orderly manner. Lots were used to ensure fairness as a tenth of the people were brought in to settle at the first stage. Staging is a common approach to make progress in a phased and methodical manner. It will be easier to tackle the challenges of settlement gradually and assess the adequacy of infrastructure. The rulers were also settled to lead the first migration of peoples. They were likened to change leaders …men that can be trusted to ensure the whole rebuilding process works well in each small community.
Finding change leaders to champion chunks of change in manageable bites enables small victories that can be celebrated and a progressive implementation agenda that can be better monitored. Monitoring of progress is important and is only feasible where the changes have been intelligently staged in a way that you can watch the indicators of success and Champions (rulers) are in place to adjust as may be required.
1Co_14:40 Let all things be done decently and in order.
Verses for further meditation
Psalm 119:133 ; Exodus 39:37
Thoughts for Business and the work place
Monitoring of progress is important and is only feasible where the changes have been intelligently staged.
Suggestions for Prayer
Lord, teach me your ways of order and decency. Amen
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