Todd Henry refers to clarity as a precious gift we can give to one another. Being clear, not only with our words, but in our expectations, rules, and professional boundaries.

Being clear about what we expect as leaders frees people to offer their best work.

Clarity, then, is the enemy of vagueness. When we have precise timelines, written definitions, we can all be on the same page.

As we will explore this week in the gospel, our expectations for clarity can often bring more frustration and confusion.

Clarity can also be our means of avoiding the work. It can be a source of perpetual information gathering when it is time to make a decision.

Like getting new glasses, seeking clarity mostly helps us see what we already know.