Sabbatical
Grace-Paced Ministry Leadership : Alan Fadling
As pastors and ministry leaders living in a world that glorifies the hustle lifestyle, is it possible that slowing down and pulling back a bit might actually make our ministry more effective? In this episode of FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Alan Fadling, certified spiritual director, founder of Unhurried Living, and an…
Read MoreHow to Set Healthy Boundaries in Ministry : Lysa TerKeurst
As ministers we have a heart to encourage, to bless, and to engage with people relationally. However, if we’re not careful, we can find ourselves emotionally drained and mentally fatigued if we are not setting healthy boundaries, but the question is, how do we set good boundaries and continue to serve those around us? In…
Read MoreHow Busy Leaders Can Discover True Sabbath Rest : Ruth Haley Barton
There is something special, something powerful, something beautiful about the concept of Sabbath rest. And yet, as pastors and ministry leaders, it often feels just outside of our grasp. It’s something we’re happy to teach about and share with others, but something that is challenging for us to experience fully in our own lives. In…
Read MoreSpiritual Reading for Your Sabbatical
One of the things that renews our soul, quickens our minds and refreshes our spirits is reading godly, Christo-centric, material. Paul said, “Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is–his…
Read MoreWriting a Sabbatical Policy
Every church should have a sabbatical policy. The concept of sabbatical is rooted in Scripture. Every hard-working pastor who’s been at a church for a few years comes to the point where they need a sabbatical. Even secular businesses are beginning to see the need for sabbaticals. However, many churches have not thought through the…
Read MorePastors Need to Take a Sabbatical
It is tough being a pastor! It’s tough being in full-time ministry! We think its hard now, but it has always been a challenge. Look at what Paul said about his ministry, 2 Corinthians 11:23-29 (NIV) 23 … I have worked much harder, been in prison more frequently, been flogged more severely, and been exposed…
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