Reasons To Step Down From Ministry (cont.)
4. When it’s no longer a calling.
You might enjoy what you’re doing and who you’re serving. But maybe God places on your heart a different calling. This means embracing the new direction and taking steps to hand over leadership to someone else. This can be emotional, because you feel obligated to fulfill a commitment. Yet this new path excites you.
Before you feel that need to step away from ministry, make sure you consistently delegate responsibility to future leaders. This is a practice in replacing yourself as a leader. You never want to build a program or ministry on your own shoulders. So surround yourself with people who can step in when you need to step down.
How do you know when you need to step down from ministry? Have you ever had that experience? Share comments below to start a conversation.
