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Leadership, Community, and Appropriate Expectations (Episode 3 - Archive)
Leadership, Community, and Appropriate Expectations (Episode 3 - Archive)
Leadership, Community, and Appropriate Expectations (Episode 3 - Archive)
Tuesday 24th June 2025
Explore leadership and community dynamics in this episode, tackling unrealistic expectations and finding growth through relationships.
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Episode Overview
- Leadership involves being a major influence while embracing change.
- Unrealistic expectations can lead to disappointment and isolation.
- Community has historically tackled big issues like slavery and civil rights.
- Building a lasting community is a long-term effort, akin to cathedral builders.
- Maintaining relationships is key to overcoming addiction and solving complex problems.
Community is based in relationship with other people, and that's how God designed us—to be in relationship.
In this episode of Relational Recovery, Wes Thompson and Austin Hill dive into the messy yet rewarding world of leadership and community. They explore the idea that true growth comes from having the biggest influence on your life while being open to change and the perspectives of others.
This episode is particularly insightful for those who have grappled with unrealistic expectations within their communities, as Wes candidly shares his own struggles with putting faith in an idealised version of Christian community. Through anecdotes and historical examples, they paint a vivid picture of how Christian communities have tackled monumental issues like American slavery and civil rights—though not without challenges.
Wes reflects on the complexities of faith, leadership, and the ongoing journey of building something bigger than oneself, likening it to cathedral builders who never see the finished product. The conversation touches on the importance of maintaining relationships, even when they don't meet our lofty dreams, and the role of community in solving epic problems like addiction.
The hosts offer a fresh perspective on how to balance dreaming with realistic expectations, encouraging listeners to embrace the messiness as part of the process. If you're seeking wisdom on leading effectively while nurturing community ties, this episode is a must-listen.