Ministry is like rubber bands and shoelaces. With rubber bands, no stretch equals no growth. But if you stretch people too far they break. Shoelaces need to be tied together to function, just as people need to be tied together in relational networks in order to function well.
What other analogies do you use to describe working with people in ministry?
Pencils… we need to continue to be sharpened to be effective. Sharpening includes coaching, reflection and relationships.
A pitcher…. we need to be continually refilled so we can give to others- our relationship with Christ and others.