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    Practical reflection

    As we’ve learned throughout the course so far, growth brings energy, opportunity, and momentum—but without healthy structure and shared leadership, it can also create strain. This section helps you identify early warning signs that your ministry may be under pressure so you can respond wisely and strengthen what is needed before issues deepen.

    Complete this activity before the course ends. Choose one action in each column that you can revisit within the next 30 days.

    Stop

    Start

    Keep

    What Start-Up habits are no longer serving the ministry?

    Examples:
    - Making every decision through one person
    - Saying yes to every opportunity
    - Relying only on informal communication
    - Avoiding structure because it feels restrictive

    What systems, structures or leadership practices need to begin?

    Examples:
    - Clarify roles
    - Create a communication rhythm
    - Develop team leaders
    - Strengthen financial or people-care systems
    - Measure impact more intentionally

    What healthy practices must be intentionally preserved?

    Examples:
    - Mission and values
    - Prayerful dependence on God
    - Strong relationships and culture
    - Responsiveness to community needs
    - Courage and passion from the early stage