When the Leader Becomes the Roadblock

Leadership is rewarding, but it can also feel exhausting. In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts unpack Carey Nieuwhof’s Engage Summit session, Seven Questions You Should Ask Yourself When You’re Tired of Leading. This conversation explores what happens when the leader becomes the roadblock to change and how to break free before burnout takes over.

Main Ideas

• The biggest obstacle to change in your church might actually be you.
• Seven self-reflection questions that uncover hidden resistance.
• How to move from clinging to past success to leading with renewed courage.
• Why staying the same is often riskier than embracing change.

Why This Matters

Every church leader knows the pressure of constant disruption: post-COVID realities, cultural shifts, and changing community needs. This episode offers tools to help you spot your own resistance and lean into mission-focused change that will help your church thrive, not just survive.

Next Steps

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• Visit the Text In Church website for tools and resources to help your ministry communicate clearly and connect with more people

A Thought to Share

“Change is risky, but staying the same is even riskier. What’s holding you back from leading with courage in this season?”

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