November 20, 2023

Choosing Abiding Over Flawed Systems | Josh & Melissa Dees (Part 2 of 2) | PT 49

35 minutes

Flawed systems of ministry wreak havoc on everyone involved.

Any system involving people will always be filled with imperfections. That doesn’t mean it’s okay for systemic problems to be allowed to persist. Josh, Melissa, Tara Beth, and Mark discuss how these flawed systems that lack theological integrity contribute to burnout and fuel the pressure to perform.

Despite these challenges, Josh & Melissa share why they remain committed to their calling and seek to find healing, transformation, and a new way of approaching ministry that focuses on being rather than doing. A way of ministry that flows out of the rhythms of abiding in the love, grace, and sacrifice of Jesus.

Discussion Questions:

The discussion highlights the impact of flawed systems in ministry and how they contribute to burnout and the pressure to perform. In your own experience, how have flawed systems affected your perception of ministry, and what strategies or changes can be implemented to address systemic issues while maintaining theological integrity?

Josh and Melissa emphasize a commitment to healing, transformation, and a new approach to ministry that focuses on being rather than doing. How can the concept of "being" in ministry be practically applied in your context? What changes or adjustments might need to be made to prioritize the well-being of ministers and congregants over performance-driven expectations?

Ministry at its best is designed to flow out of the rhythms of abiding in the love, grace, and sacrifice of Jesus. How can leaders cultivate an environment where the rhythms of abiding are prioritized in ministry? Share practical ideas and examples from your own experiences that align with this vision of ministry.

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