Overcoming Burnout & Embracing Grace with Wes Jessop

Welcome to Sunburnt Souls, the podcast where faith and mental health meet in raw, unfiltered conversations. I’m Dave Quak, and today’s guest is Wes Jessop—a minister, evangelist, and former Christian Surfers leader who has experienced both the highs and lows of ministry.

If you’ve ever struggled with burnout, spiritual exhaustion, or mental health battles, this episode is for you. Wes opens up about the hidden struggles of pastoral life, the weight of expectations, and the radical grace that changed everything.

From the Ocean to the Pulpit: Wes’s Journey of Faith

• Christian Surfers & Early Ministry Days – Spreading the Gospel through surfing, building faith-based communities, and seeing lives transformed.
• Thriving in Youth Ministry – A decade of revival moments, life-changing encounters, and witnessing God’s power at work.

The Dark Side of Ministry: Burnout & Breaking Point

• Solo Pastoring & Unexpected Struggles – The reality of ministry challenges, disappointment, and the emotional toll of leadership.
• The Depths of Burnout – Loneliness, resentment, and wrestling with anger toward God after years of relentless service.

Healing & Restoration: Finding Grace in Brokenness

• A Life-Changing Revelation – Wes shares the powerful moment that freed him from burnout and redefined his identity in Christ.
• Letting Go & Embracing Joy – The journey from striving to surrender, from exhaustion to true peace in God’s love.

Listen Now and Be Encouraged

If you’re facing ministry fatigue, faith struggles, or mental health battles, this episode offers a powerful reminder that you don’t have to carry the burden alone. Wes’s story is a testament to God’s restoring grace and the freedom found in surrender.

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Book Mentioned: Life of the Beloved by Henri Nouwen – Available on Kindle, Amazon, and Christian bookstores.

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