446 When church can’t function without you: breaking the always-needed cycle

If you stepped away for a month, would your church stall?The hero complex in ministry rarely announces itself. It feels like diligence. Responsibility. Sacrifice. But underneath can sit something more dangerous — the quiet belief that everything depends on us.In this episode, we explore:What the hero complex really is and why it shows up in gospel ministryThe warning signs, from micromanaging to confusing busyness with fruitfulnessHow our identity in Christ steadies us when things go well or poorlyWhen to say no, and how to do it with clarityWhy building teams and sharing responsibility is part of faithful leadershipIf you’ve ever felt indispensable, exhausted, or quietly resentful that others don’t carry what you carry, this conversation is for you.Toolbox:Steve Waugh’s Cricket HighlightsReach Australia’s Coaching ProgramCredits: This episode was brought to you by Exdia The One Thing is brought to you by ⁠⁠Reach Australia⁠⁠To pray for Reach Australia, join our ⁠⁠WhatsApp Group⁠⁠For ideas or questions please email ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠Support Reach Australia's online library