A Crisis in Pastoral Ministry | S1 E2

It’s no surprise—many pastors aren’t doing well. In fact, many don’t even know what a pastor is or who he must be. In this episode, the profs consider the scourge of pragmatism and professionalism on the ministry as well as biblical solutions to our current crisis.

SKIP AHEAD.
(00:00) Coming Up...
(00:37) Introduction
(02:20) “As the Ministry Doth Rise and Fall”
(06:10) Reasons Pastors Leave the Ministry
(08:57) Reason 1: Loneliness
(12:33) Reason 2: Stress
(21:00) Professionals, Not Pastors
(31:38) The Shift to Wordliness and Pragmatism
(45:47) Solutions to Combat the Crisis
(50:45) Where Pastoral Courage Comes From
(01:01:40) A Love for God’s People
(01:05:15) Long Tenures Should Be the Norm
(01:13:36) Spiritual Fathering and Training Men
(01:22:18) Trusting God: Practical Steps for Pastors

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✦ Bryan Laughlin — Chancellor & CEO (Grimké)
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✦ Dr. Doug Logan Jr. — President (Grimké)
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✦ Joe Holland — Dean (Grimké College)
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✦ Dr. Doug Ponder — Academic Dean (Grimké Seminary)
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