<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><oembed><type>video</type><version>1.0</version><html>&lt;iframe src=&quot;https://www.loom.com/embed/8f19d8dfc707419b842a66b93083ffbf&quot; frameborder=&quot;0&quot; width=&quot;1600&quot; height=&quot;1200&quot; webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen allowfullscreen&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;</html><height>1200</height><width>1600</width><provider_name>Loom</provider_name><provider_url>https://www.loom.com</provider_url><thumbnail_height>1200</thumbnail_height><thumbnail_width>1600</thumbnail_width><thumbnail_url>https://cdn.loom.com/sessions/thumbnails/8f19d8dfc707419b842a66b93083ffbf-7130374efb5e7a94.gif</thumbnail_url><duration>2762.18</duration><title>Understanding and Managing Expectations in Ministry</title><description>In this video, I discuss the importance of understanding and managing expectations in ministry. I highlight the challenges of burnout and expectation misalignment, and provide practical strategies for resolving conflicts and structuring worship services. I also emphasize the significance of identifying and embracing God&apos;s expectations, as well as managing expectations from family, church culture, and denomination. Throughout the video, I offer insights into the narrative, interpretation, and core beliefs that drive expectations, and provide guidance on evaluating and responding to expectations in a discipleship-oriented manner.</description></oembed>