Jesus stated His expectations and then checked to see if His disciples lived up to them. Accountability, of course, is not just a spiritual principle. If you don t believe me, read about the shrewd manager in Luke 16 where the manager demands give an account of your management . Also, if you are employed, ask your boss if he thinks accountability is important. If his mission is for the company to succeed, he will undoubtedly say yes.
Expectations promote vision and unity.
They help you to do your best for God. Let your desire to please God motivate you. Jesus didn t die for a church that caters to cowards who avoid challenges. God has put spiritual leaders in our lives to raise the bar and call us higher. It helps us grow.