You’ve been on my mind a bunch lately.
My heart has been really burdened for pastor’s wives.
So, in 10 words or less, I’d love to know how you are doing …. in life or in leadership.
Whether you are tired or refreshed, overjoyed or overwhelmed, let me know. You can always leave comments anonymously. I just want to know how I can pray for you.
So … in 10 words or less …
Most people will never know me outside of my role.
They may never know me beyond their expectations or their assumptions.
They may never fully see my heart for God and for people.
They won’t see my ups and downs. Or my great days or hard days.
They may not know the insecurities I carry.
They will only know the role … the pastor’s wife.
The role is important. I love it.
But it isn’t all of who I am. It doesn’t define me.
I’m becoming more secure in knowing that my identity lies in Jesus … in Him alone.
I am responsible to live as authentically as possible seeking after Him.
I can rest in being fully known by my husband, children, close friends, and most importantly … God.
I know this is a struggle for many leaders … being known beyond your job or your role.
Whether you are Little Timmy’s Mom, the Pastor’s Wife, a Ministry Leader, Jane’s Hubby, or whatever, you might struggle with not being known as more than that.
Anyway … I’m just wondering … how do you handle it? What are your thoughts?
When Donna and I were together, I cornered her one night and we shot quite a few video chats. If you missed the first two, you can see them here and here. But for now, here are some of our thoughts of finding limits and boundaries in leadership.
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Would love to hear your thoughts!
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Oh … how many times I wish I could just shake the Etch-a-Sketch and have a do-over.
There are words I wish I could have back. And decisions I wish I could change.
A couple of years ago I had a disagreement with Emma’s teacher. I don’t regret handling it … it needed to be handled. But my goodness, I wish I had handled it better …. differently. Where was that Etch-a-Sketch when I needed it?
We are all going to make mistakes in leadership. Everyone does. How do you handle it? Fixing things is always more than a little shake of the magical Etch-a-Sketch. What lessons have you learned in this area?
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