In this episode, Travis, AKA the Failing Youth Pastor, talks about growing as a minister and answers a listener's question: "Have you ever been asked, 'Why aren't you doing more for my kid?'"
#1 Read the Bible not only to prepare a message but to refresh your soul.
#2 Grow in your prayer life.
#3 Pick an area of ministry you want to improve on.
#4 Ask people in your ministry where they think you could grow.
#5 READ, READ, READ.
#6 Find resources that will help you.
#7 Ask your elders/pastor if there is anything they could offer to help offset costs associated with more education/growth.
Resources:
Reformed Theological Seminary Lectures
Covenant Theological Resources
Biblical Training
Counseling Training
What other resources would you recommend?