Cultivating Trust in Pastoral Leadership

This chapter emphasizes the crucial role of trust within pastoral leadership and the deliberate effort required to earn it. It contrasts genuine confidence rooted in faith with cockiness stemming from insecurity, while illustrating the importance of keeping commitments and avoiding overcommitment to maintain credibility. Through discussions on delegation, training, and the necessity of mutual trust, the chapter provides practical insights for fostering a trustworthy environment in ministry.