What & Who

This was originally posted by Seth Godin on his website. So the thought is not mine but it challenged me as a Pastor & Teacher in the Church to never for felt these thoughts, amongst others, each week.

When the people we serve present themselves, when they offer us their attention and their trust, we need to work to see two things: 

Who they are. What do they fear, what do they believe, what do they need? 

Who they can become. Which doors can we open, how can we support them, what will they leave behind?