Holding onto a grudge can feel justified. When someone hurts us, mistreats us, or betrays us, it’s natural to want to hold on to anger or resentment.

Leadership in ministry, in the church, and even in everyday life carries a unique and often unspoken burden. Those who lead are watched more closely, evaluated more harshly, and expected to carry themselves with constant strength and certainty. Whether the expectations come from the world, from the church, or from within our own hearts, the pressure can become exhausting. Many leaders quietly ask themselves, “What happens if I fall short?” Over time, leadership can begin to f