The late Johnny Ramsey, a powerful Texas preacher, believed criticism is actually a benefit of the ministry. Some members are not shy about telling their preacher how they think he can improve. I have experienced that sort of criticism. It seemed that I sometimes preached to a bunch of folks who all had one thing in common: they “knew” far more about preaching than the preacher. Being on the receiving end of criticisms is almost always unpleasant. When we have done our best, it is often disheartening when a well-meaning hearer points out areas that could stand improvement. Nevertheless, Ramsey believed that some criticism is beneficial.