Individualism, narcissism, loneliness, value-free decisions—these are all key elements in the decline of mutual accountability in Western churches. Where once believers stood watch with each other, we are increasingly willing to wink at questionable ethical choices. The practice of ministry, however, always involves making, fulfilling, and keeping covenants. Accountability, mutuality, and interdependence ...
A leader's accountability can be difficult to structure, as it sometimes opens him or her up to damaging criticism, especially if the leader is pastor or other high-profile servant. In order to think rightly about accountability, I find it helpful to remember my legitimate spheres of accountability.
To God
Being accountable to God means being obedient and faithful. Knowing when and how to obey begins ...
Creating Opportunities Actively seek avenues for constructive accountability. Heidi Husted
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Near the ten-year anniversary of my ordination, I was foundering. I felt isolated, weary, and on the edge of that overused but apropos term "burnout." During the day, my energy level sagged, and the simplest tasks, such as returning phone calls and cranking out another adult education brochure, became chores. I awoke at three o'clock in the morning with a mile-long list of gnawing worries. I read ...
Following a session at a ministers' conference, one pastor confessed to me, "I've never had a best friend. I've been so busy working for the Lord that I've never found the time."
I could hear the loneliness and longing in his voice. I could also feel it, because ten years ago I'd felt the same way. I was considered a successful youth leader and teacher, and I was trying to live the Christian life as ...
Pursuing Accountability Within Friendships How three busy leaders prioritize their no-holds-barred friendship. interview with Scotty Smith, Scott Roley, and Michael Card
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Pastors Scotty Smith and Scott Roley and musician Michael Card share a friendship of resolute accountability. They discussed the dynamics of their friendship with Leadership journal, diving into what accountability looks like in their busy ministry lives.
What unique strengths and challenges does each of you bring to your relationship?
Scotty Smith: One thing Mike brings to our relationship is brutal ...
An accountability group exists to help the people of God stay pure and faithful in their walk with him. In other words, it provides a context in which to live out James 5:16: "Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective."
There are many benefits and blessings that come with an accountability group. ...
There are two elements essential to an effective accountability group meeting: confession and prayer.
During the time of confession, each member should share the temptations he has faced and how well he has resisted those temptations since the previous meeting. One way to facilitate this time of confession is for the leader each week to ask the following four questions ...
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