4 Components to Making Ministry Paradigm Shifts

I found such amazing wisdom in a book I'm reading for class on student ministry. The book is arguing for a radical shift in the way American churches approach youth ministry. But, here is an incredibly wise caution the author offers the reader:

"For some of you, the first three chapters may have convinced you. Now you are ready to jump in, add a bunch of new stuff on the calendar, and get parents on your team. That is admirable but rushed. Most of the student pastors I talk to want the bottom line - programs, practices, ideas and the outward expressions of ministry...We must be principle driven in all we do, or we return to looking for the latest fads and gimmicks." (Steve Wright in his book, reThink)

He offers these four key components to consider when making major ministry paradigm shifts:

1. Prayer - asking God to give us direction, burden our hearts, and empower our efforts
2. Principles - What are the biblical principles that should frame this new ministry paradigm?
3. Prerequisites - What info is needed/what things need to happen before moving forward?
4. Practices - Implementation