Stop trying to be Superman


In ministry, it is easy to fall into the Superhero trap as the person who saves the day.  But when we do that we take the focus off where it should be.

Over time I have discovered 3 ways to combat the Superhero complex.

  1. Surround yourself with a team…so it’s not all about you.
  2. Get a slap in the face…so it’s not all about you.
  3. Keep the focus on the Lord…so it’s not all about you.

When we make it all about what we do, we can develop the Superhero complex. So keep the focus on where it needs to be…the Lord and not other places…you.  T

How do you keep yourself in check and avoid trying to be Superman? Share below or on social media using the hashtag #ymsidekick

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Tom Pounder

A father of 4, Tom is the Student Minister and Online Campus Pastor at New Life Christian Church in Chantilly, VA. He blogs, vlogs, and podcasts regularly about student and online ministry stuff.

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