Setting Expectations

When you're in ministry, everyone wants something different from you. The pressure to be all things to all people, the tension between keeping others happy and making the best decisions both for them and for the ministry, and the fear of failure can keep you from living out your God-given calling. This resource helps you manage the external expectations that come from every direction and set realistic expectations for yourself and others. Table of Contents: Failure or Fraud? God knows you're not perfect; he called you to lead anyway. Mark Labberton Unreasonable Expectations Neither a church nor a pastor can satisfy every person's disappointment. Wayne Cordeiro Redefining Success The measure of success is to know God by obeying him. John S. Dickerson A God-Centered Vision Let go of your own expectations and give your role the weight God gives it. Sharon Hodde Miller Leading by Failure Leading people in new directions means disappointing them in some ways. Michael Binder Beyond the Stereotypes How embracing those irritating pastor stereotypes can make you better. Kevin A. Miller Maximizing Ministry Let your God-given gifts guide your ministry. Bob Moeller