Exposition Quote by Andy Stanley
![“Whenever pastors assume people in their congregation know certain things, they miss opportunities to teach. If a pastor makes assumptions year after year, then a whole generation has never heard [that truth] for the first time. If we assume too much, we communicate too little.” quote by Andy Stanley](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/8bb/andy-stanley-737_exposition_whenever-pastors-assume-people-in-their_2190258.jpg)
““Whenever pastors assume people in their congregation know certain things, they miss opportunities to teach. If a pastor makes assumptions year after year, then a whole generation has never heard [that truth] for the first time. If we assume too much, we communicate too little.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: “Assumptions in Ministry”, 2015
Pastors who assume congregants already know truths miss teaching chances, leading to generational gaps in knowledge.
In simple terms: Assuming knowledge blocks teaching.
Key Takeaway
Check assumptions before teaching.
Themes
education
communication
leadership
Mood
thoughtful
instructive
concerned
Type
ministerial
educational
When to use this quote
- church services
- training sessions
- family discussions
- school classrooms
Key Concepts
assumptions
teaching gaps
generational learning
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify what others truly know?
- What methods ensure fresh teaching each time?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on assumptions can alienate those who feel misunderstood.
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