1. How can pastors practically build trust with their congregations, and why is follow-through on commitments crucial for maintaining trust?
2. What are the different dimensions of trust that Mike Bonem discusses, and how might a leader address each dimension to prevent the erosion of trust?
3. Why is leading with trust especially important when guiding a congregation through change, and what are some strategies for building trust in such periods?
4. How does Mike Bonem suggest leaders should incorporate different perspectives and gifts into their teams, and what are the potential benefits of doing so?
5. In what ways can giving autonomy and empowerment to team members enhance the effectiveness of a church leadership team?
6. Mike Bonem uses the analogy of a roller coaster to discuss communication. How can church leaders ensure they are communicating effectively with their congregations?
7. What role do digital natives play in modern church leadership, and how can they help provide insights into what is gaining traction in the digital world?
8. According to Mike Bonem, why is it important for church leaders to be adept at business practices, and how might this be better stewardship of church resources?
9. How can church leaders handle resistance to change within their congregations without viewing resistors as the enemy?
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