In this episode of The Burning Out Bush, Josh Moyer and Rick sit down with Jared Mayes, Lead Minister at the Southside Church of Christ in Rogers, Arkansas. Jared shares his unique journey—one that began with a desire to preach at age five and remained remarkably focused through adulthood.

However, even a "lifelong dream" isn't immune to the heavy realities of vocational ministry. We have a raw conversation about the "unseen" hours of the job, the struggle with imposter syndrome, and the moments when leadership gets "ugly".

Key Discussion Points:

• Calling vs. Career: Exploring the difference and why a "calling" requires your whole self.
   
• The Weight of Ministry: How to stay prayerfully engaged when you feel like you're "wearing all the weight".
  
  
• Mentorship & Discipleship: The vital role of having "men who shape you" and why ministers need ministers.
   
• The Minister Shortage: Discussing why we are seeing a shortage in our tribe and how we can empower the next generation.
   
• Training for the Future: Jared discusses the Kerusso Experience and the importance of giving young people a platform to build confidence.
   

Join us for an honest look at what it means to be "God-strengthened" rather than relying on our own power, ensuring we don't become the "burning out bush".

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The matches are struck. The mic is warm. Let’s step into the fire.