door, they start trying to conform your church to the image of their own picture. Maybe they are expecting adult classes every Sunday morning, a different style of music, or a women’s ministry. Before long, these well-meaning people can begin moving your church in a different direction. Effective leaders constantly hold up clear pictures of what the church is supposed to be, so that everyone understands what it is not supposed to be. When you clarify the win, you can manage your resources more effectively.