Conan ended his short 7 month run on The Tonight Show this past week in great form.
Before his epic jam session with Will Ferrell, he had this to say to his fans:
All I ask one thing…particularly of the young people that watch. Please don’t be cynical. I hate cynicism. For the record, it’s my least favorite quality. It doesn’t lead anywhere.
Conan was talking to the young viewers of the show, but I couldn’t help but to think it was a great word for young church leaders.
I think the young leaders being raised up in churches across America face one giant foe: cynicism.
If we weren’t upset or angry or irritated or dissatisfied, we wouldn’t make a change. However, if we allow cynicism to take over, we won’t have the resources to make the change we wish to see.
People won’t want to work with us, invest in us, coach us, lead us or follow us.
So be dissatisfied with the status quo. Go make a difference. But don’t be cynical.
It doesn’t lead anywhere.
This may be one of my very favorite posts by you! I love it. I only wished I wasn't so bummed about Conan leaving.
Thanks dude! And yes, it is indeed a major bummer.