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The Session: A Pastor’s Struggles Part 2
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The Session: A Pastor’s Struggles Part 2
“7 Struggles of Ministry That Aren’t Talked About Enough” by Stephan Cote
You Have Doubts About God
- Doubting Thomas wanted evidence for his beliefs. He was known for I won’t believe it unless I see the Neal ones in his hands and put my fingers into them and place my hand into the wound in his side. (John 20:25) Sarah didn’t believe she could get pregnant, Mary, mother of Jesus, doubted an angel (Luke 1:34)
- Confusing devotion in vocation you allow your job is a pastor take over your personal devotional life. Your time in the Bible is more for a Bible study or sermon than it is your own charging of your battery.
- Pastoral Stress Levels Are Off The Charts 75% of Pastor’s report being extremely stressed or highly stressed
Tight finances, emotional turmoil, and long hours are all stress factors for the Pastor. Carrying a stressful load that was not yours in the first place.
- Pastors Find It hard to deal with the 3’ G’s: Girls, Gold and Glory
57% of pastors and 64% youth pastors report porn use.
Affairs, both physical and emotional, Accountability partners, and computer
filters are very important.
- Feeling Alone
Easy pray for the enemy when you find yourself low and in a dry spirit to
stay. Support groups or counselor or mentor or a coach can be very helpful.
To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.
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