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“Warning Signs: Potential Downfall for Christian Leaders” - Reading the table of contents of a book looking for only those chapters that are “applicable” - Skipping over Scripture passages while reading a book - Discounting potential resources because of “author bias” - Assuming your devotions are taken care of in your ministry prep (sermons, Sunday school lessons, etc.) - “Workship”; spending inordinate amounts of time “on the job” - When outside fellowship events and functions begin to feel like an obligation - A loss of joy in working with people - Using negative phrases such as “I have to…” - When you feel the church is not meeting your expectations (financially, emotionally, etc.) - Decline in prayer and devotion with your spouse Questions to consider: - Do you speak because the Holy Spirit has a message or do you talk up your agenda to change people? - When does your frustration level exceed your capacity to function effectively? - If you were to see Jesus now, what would you have to hide, prove, defend or explain? |
