Podcast Episode #140

Today on the podcast we discuss a recent post about pastors and why they shouldn't throw in the towel and quit.

Some highlights from today's episode include:

* It is rare that a "storm" hangs over a church indefinitely.

* Leaders always get attacked the most. Critics see leaders as a convenient target.

* Critics are often upset with the change more than they are upset with the leader introducing it.

* Many of your church members are fearful of the cultural changes taking place.

* Churches shouldn't be anchored to methodologies. We should only anchor to the Word of God.

* It is normal for pastors to want to quit at times, but remember He who called you will sustain you.

The encouragements that we cover for pastors who want to quit are:

* Many storms pass quickly.

* It’s probably not you.

* The vast majority of the congregation supports you.

* Remember your call.

* Longer-term pastors see better days.

* Hurting church members often hurt others.

* It’s not better in other churches.

* The changing culture frustrates many church members.

* God is with you.

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Feedback

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Resources

* 5 Stages of Pastoral Tenure

* The Green Grass Syndrome