They must be able to articulate the vision for their local church and be instrumental in implementing the vision. Lovett Weems describes the characteristics of vision. He states that a vision is related to mission but different. It relates to and grows out of the mission of an organization. A vision is good news and bad news holding both promise and judgment.
Vision is a sign of hope.
Bishop Rueben P. Job further states that vision is a dream. It is a picture of what is possible. It is a picture of a preferred future. Vision is a gift from God. It is the reward of a disciplined, faithful and patient listening to God.