I have high expectations for myself.
At times they may be unrealistic. I may be too hard on myself from other’s perspectives.
But I feel like I need to push myself, because no one else will. So I have high goals and high expectations for myself.
I presume this is normal for most folks.
The question is, when does our self expectations become more hindering?
When does our personal goals and expectations actually hurt us more than motivate us?
And when it’s more damaging than helpful, what is it that we can do?
Expectation of Self
September 18, 2007 by Joseph
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Especially in ministry, high expectations ensure quality, keep people from harm and abuse, reshape culture, and set a standard of excellence.
Beware high expectations when they limit our vision, discourage us from fulfilling the Great Commission, divide us from those we should be in ministry with and breed self imporatnce or arrogance.
When we find our expectations are damaging (at all not just more than)we should be clear about the reason for our expectations.
Three Sundays ago two of my senior high youth began teaching the 6th grade midweek Bible Study. One senior felt the kids were non-responsive and got little from the study. Last night a parent shared with me that son, during that first study, came hope excited because he knew that God had spoken to him during the very same study.
In my life and ministry, I have to constantly re-evaluate my expections. “Dying to myself daily” is a pretty good check and balance (thanks Paul!).
Thank you for your words, Mr. David.