The PF Women Team at our Annual Team Retreat ~ 2018 Today on Seth Godin's blog, he said: It's tempting to decide to make a profit first, then invest in training, people, facilities, promotion, customer service and most of all, doing important work. In general, though, it goes the other way. Yes, it does. If you are waiting to make a profit before you do these things, in my experience you're not going to make a profit. So many organizations, ministries and churches are struggling with financial issues. I know your pain. As anyone who follows our story knows, our ministry was in a ton of debt four years ago when I came on as director. Since that time, we've gotten out of debt and turned a profit every year. God has done amazing things through out team, for which we give Him the glory! I find that what Seth is saying here is absolutely true, with one disclaimer. For Christian leaders, spiritual disciplines must always be first. Before we started i...
1) It's a gift that they will use for a lifetime, even if they just play for their own enjoyment.
2) Research shows that kids who take music lessons do better in school.
3) Music gives kids a positive outlet particularly when they are angry or upset. I have always played in order to let off steam and now I notice, all of my kids do too. It's a positive way to prevent yourself from going postal.
4) Medical research confirms that music lessons help in the motor development - coordination of eye, hands and body.
5) Playing an instrument helps instill greater confidence.
6) It improves reading and writing skills.
7) Helps them to develop greater creativity.
8) Research shows that kids who take music lessons over a period of time become more confident with taking tests and solving problems.
9) It's a great blessing to their church.
10) Did I mention it's a great blessing to their church? (Seriously, read Friday's post to get the full scoop on this if you didn't already!)
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