Approval Addiction, People Pleasing, and How Pastors Can Let Go

Approval Addiction, People Pleasing, and How Pastors Can Let Go

Length: 30min
Ministry Education
Released on 12/15/2025
Published by Thom Rainer

Most pastors want to be liked and respected by their congregations. This desire is part of the reason they are motivated to serve others. However, approval addiction can become a major barrier to leadership. When people pleasing becomes the priority,