The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast CNLP 467 | Rick Warren on Leaving a Legacy of Integrity, Why Megachurch Pastors Fail, and Lessons Learned Over 42 Years at Saddleback
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Jan 4, 2022 AI Snips
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Divine Call to Step Back
- Rick Warren has prayed weekly to offer his resignation to God for 42 years, symbolizing he is not in control.
- He believes God called him to a more difficult assignment beyond leading a megachurch.
Stay Long for Growth
- Longer pastoral tenure correlates with stronger church growth if integrity is maintained.
- Many pastors quit too early, missing the explosive growth phase similar to bamboo's delayed but rapid growth.
Wean Church From Personality
- Gradually wean your church off your personality; it takes time and systems.
- Empower lay volunteers and build discipleship systems to sustain ministry beyond your presence.