....run with patience the race that is set before us looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith.

One vital component, IMO, to what you are discussing here would be the continual need to 1. deny myself.... 2. take up my cross daily....3. Follow Him.

Too many times it seems people focus on the tasks and programs and miss the point that it is all about Him. A revival of focus on Him is usually the refreshing we need in our vision..... I believe that He'll lead me in the paths of righteousness for His name's sake. (one translation says, leads me in the way that pleases him the most.)