3 KEYS TO DECISION STEWARDSHIP
“Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil” -Ephesians 5:16
Time management is mastering the art of decision stewardship.
The average person makes…
• 35,000 decisions per day
• 2,000 decisions per hour
• 1 decision every two seconds
Ask yourself, "What would capture Jesus' attention?"
Then, align yourself with that.
If it wouldn't capture Jesus' attention, it's not worth yours.
1. VISION: Identifying the Best Path Forward
Learn to discern the difference between urgent and important matters. Then choose the path that best fits with your goals and helps you get where you want to be.
Eisenhower Matrix
If you struggle with prioritization or wear multiple hats, consider the Eisenhower Matrix.
“I have two kinds of problems, the urgent and the important. The urgent are not important, and the important are never urgent.” -President Dwight D. Eisenhower
Pomodoro Technique
If you procrastinate or struggle with focus, consider the Pomodoro Technique as a time management tool.
2. VICTORY: Leverage the Power of Winning
Capitalize on the wins and look for more ways to win through time-saving techniques.
Replicate Success
Establish Hobbies with Clear Beginnings and Ends
Example: "A good hobby should pass the time, not fill it. Hobbies that are interesting and have depth can prevent a pastor from being consumed by the church.” -Tim Keller
Find Easy Wins Through A.I.
Example 1: ChatGPT 20-80
Prompt: “I want to learn about (insert topic). Identify and share the most important 20% of learnings from this topic that will help me understand 80% of it.”
Example 2: ChatGPT Intern
Prompt: "I am creating a report about [insert topic]. Research and create an in-depth report with a step-by-step guide that will help readers understand how to [insert outcome]."
3. VALUE: Prioritizing What Matters Most
Which things are the most valuable and worth your time? Make these things the top-priorities.
Example: Inside Game- Win Homefield First
“Time is a resource that is non-renewable and non-transferable. You cannot store it, slow it up, hold it up, divide it up or give it up. You can't hoard it up or save it for a rainy day – when it's lost it is unrecoverable. When you kill time, remember that it has no resurrection.” -AW Tozer
FOR DISCUSSION:
What was your biggest takeaway for you in Tony’s training?
How do you navigate the tension of managing priorities and the urgent tasks that need to be done?
What are some strategies you could share that worked for you in Quadrant 1 (Urgent and important) while making progress on Quadrant 2 (important but not urgent goals)?
How can you WIN HOMEFIELD and make time for your personal health? When you have done that well, what was the result?
GO DEEPER:
Reflecting on the Gospel of Mark's emphasis on Jesus' immediate actions, discuss a time when you experienced the tension between urgency and hurriedness in your leadership or personal life. What lessons did you learn from that experience about managing priorities and maintaining effectiveness while honoring God's timing?
How can the principles of the Eisenhower Matrix and Pomodoro Technique be applied to prioritize tasks that contribute to daily wins? Share strategies for effectively managing tasks in Quadrant 1 (urgent and important) while also making progress on Quadrant 2 (important but not urgent) goals.
How can reflecting on small victories in ministry, establishing hobbies with clear boundaries, and leveraging AI and technology contribute to maintaining motivation, achieving balance, and enhancing productivity in leadership roles?
Discuss the importance of prioritizing personal values such as family, faith, and personal health (physical and mental) with time management practices. How can prioritizing these personal values lead to greater fulfillment and effectiveness in both personal and professional spheres? Share examples from your own life where prioritizing these values has positively impacted your overall well-being and ability to lead effectively.
Author: Tony Rogatto • Posted: April 2025
Summer Training: 2024
