02-07-2025
- General
- Time Business News
Why 'Now Is Not Forever': Dino Rizzo's Words of Encouragement for Discouraged Leaders
There are moments when continuing feels impossible. Whether you're guiding a team, leading a church, or just trying to stay faithful to what you believe you're called to do, exhaustion can creep in. Dino Rizzo, President of the Association of Related Churches (ARC), knows that feeling well—and offers hope for those tempted to walk away.
'You're not alone. You're not rare. You're not broken,' says Dino Rizzo. 'Wanting to give up doesn't mean something is wrong with you. It just means you're human.'
The Power of Perspective
Rizzo shares a simple but profound phrase passed down from his father-in-law: 'Now is not forever.' When setbacks pile up and progress seems invisible, it's easy to believe the current season will never end. But Dino Rizzo encourages leaders to zoom out and remember that time brings change—and clarity.
'There are moments in life when everything shakes,' Rizzo reflects. 'But even if it feels like it's over, what's on the other side of it—in God—is still okay.'
Instead of making permanent decisions in a temporary storm, Rizzo urges people to stay rooted. Circumstances may shift, but faith, purpose, and calling remain.
Rethinking the Scoreboard
One of Dino Rizzo's strongest messages is about reevaluating how success is measured. For many, it's easy to fall into comparison—watching someone else's growth, metrics, or popularity and feeling behind. Rizzo challenges that mindset with a better metric: obedience.
'The real scoreboard is your obedience to broken humanity,' he says, recalling a moment when a small act of generosity reminded him what matters most.
Whether it's ministry, business, or personal life, Rizzo insists that keeping your heart aligned with compassion—not applause—is the key to longevity.
Most of What You Fear Won't Happen
Discouragement often comes with anxiety about the future. But Rizzo has a sobering insight: the vast majority of what he's worried about in life never actually came true.
'Ninety percent of what created panic in my life never happened. The 10% that did? God was faithful through it. Friends showed up. The Bible spoke. Worship helped.'
Final Words for the Weary
If you're on the edge of burnout, consider this your invitation to take a breath, not to quit. Dino Rizzo's message isn't hype—it's rooted in years of personal experience: Hold steady. Trust God. Let this season pass.
Now is not forever. Keep going. You are not alone.
About Dino Rizzo
Dino Rizzo, a 35-year ministry veteran, co-founded Healing Place Church with his wife, DeLynn, where he served as senior pastor for two decades. Through his passion for inspiring believers to serve their communities, Dino Rizzo founded Servolution and authored 'Serve Your City.' Rizzo serves as the President of ARC (Association of Related Churches), which has planted more than 1100 churches worldwide, and is on the Senior Leadership Team at Church of the Highlands.
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