Sometimes star athletes are described as having "It". You hear a compelling person described as having "It". I have long said that a mistake in college ministry is thinking that the "It Factor" is charisma. The "It Factor" is just good old fashioned respect. Lots of College Ministers are not charismatic, but they have the "It Factor". It is earned.
How do you earn and have the "It Factor"?
1. TIME - Students see who you are and learn they can trust you. The old fashioned word is "faithfulness".
2. Don't just be ONE OF THE GANG - students have buddies. Buddies do not always speak hard truth.
3. Some will leave when you stand on PRINCIPLE. Stand on principle...not hard headedness. Principle is key in the "It Factor".
4. STOP trying to impress students. They know you aren't 21.
5. Things "It Factor" College Ministers Do:
1. ENCOURAGE students.
2. AFFIRM gifts and abilities.
3. Give FEEDBACK.
4. DEVELOP and train.
5. Express FORGIVENESS.
"A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver and gold." Proverbs 22:1
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