Wearing Hats That Fit
Some people call it "wearing a lot of hats." It’s a common phrase, especially when you're involved in a mix of work, relationships, and community efforts. But this week, as I reflected on the range of roles I stepped into, it hit me: it’s not just about wearing many hats—it’s about wearing hats that fit.
Early in the week, we kicked off Q2 with our mortgage team. Big goals ahead after a strong Q1, and the energy was awesome. Midweek, I found myself deep in business and nonprofit conversations Just doing the normal work of the week. And then last night, I stood in worship, present and humbled, as we consecrated our church's new location. What a night. What an honor.
And somewhere in between all that? I rolled up my sleeves to help push a brick-and-mortar business through the final stretch before its public launch. From spreadsheets to sacred space, from renovations to revelation. It was a fun week.
But here's the thing: when we aim to honor God and live a life of impact, there’s no shortage of ways He’ll use us. Remember the kind of people He's looking for. He’s looking for willing ones. The key isn’t doing everything—it’s doing what He’s called you to, in the moment He’s called you to it.
Let’s look at a few examples of "hat-wearers" in Scripture:
David
Shepherd → Musician → Giant-slayer → Fugitive → Warrior → King → Psalmist
Started as a humble shepherd boy
Became Saul’s musician and armor-bearer
Defeated Goliath (1 Samuel 17)
Fled from Saul as a fugitive
Rose as a mighty warrior and commander
Crowned King of Israel
Wrote much of the Psalms
Paul (formerly Saul of Tarsus)
Pharisee → Persecutor → Missionary → Tentmaker → Author → Pastor → Prisoner
Zealous Pharisee who persecuted Christians
Radically transformed on the road to Damascus (Acts 9)
Became a missionary to the Gentiles
Supported himself as a tentmaker (Acts 18:3)
Wrote much of the New Testament
Shepherded churches and mentored leaders
Spent his final years in chains—for the Gospel
Deborah
Judge → Prophetess → Military Leader → Mother in Israel
One of the few female judges (Judges 4–5)
Spoke God’s word as a prophetess
Accompanied Barak into battle
Called a “mother in Israel” (Judges 5:7)
Wearing a lot of hats is often talked about as exhausting—or something to avoid. But wearing hats that fit? Now that’s something different.
God gives each of us unique gifts, strengths, and assignments. And when we walk closely with Him, we learn to recognize which hat to wear in each season—or each day.
My hope is that as you reflect on your own week, you’ll recognize how God is moving in your life, through your work, your relationships, and your faith. May your hats fit well, and may your purpose be clear.
Prayers and blessings to each of you this Friday.
-Mark
