Jesse Reimers

When a Pastor Refuses to See: The Danger of an Uncorrectable Heart One of the most dangerous things that can happen to a pastor is not that he has weaknesses. Every pastor has weaknesses. It is not that he makes mistakes. Every pastor makes mistakes. It is not even that he sins. Every pastor still needs the grace, mercy, correction, and cleansing of Jesus. The greater danger is when a pastor can no longer see his weaknesses, confess his mistakes, or acknowledge his sin. The most dangerous pastor is not the pastor who struggles. It is the pastor who has become uncorrectable. An uncorrectable heart is not formed overnight. It usually develops slowly. A pastor is criticized unfairly, so he becomes guarded. He is misunderstood, so he becomes defensive. He carries heavy burdens, so he begins to believe others could not possibly understand. He experiences ministry success, so he begins to trust his instincts too much. He receives praise, so he begins to believe his own press. He fac...

"The more we value our people, the more they’ll value the work." – Ken Blanchard and Spencer Johnson, The One Minute Manager The third secret of The One Minute Manager is One Minute Reprimands. Although this may sound negative at first, it’s actually a vital component of leadership, helping to address issues or behaviors that need correction in a constructive and loving way. As pastors, we are responsible for guiding our congregations and teams toward growth, and part of this involves confronting missteps in a way that leads to improvement rather than discouragement. The key here is to separate the person from the behavior and ensure the reprimand is focused, brief, and corrective, not punitive. Why One Minute Reprimands Matter: Blanchard and Johnson explain that One Minute Reprimands help keep people accountable, ensuring that they understand the impact of their actions without feeling disrespected or discouraged. This principle is particularly valuable in small churches, ...