Eight Ways Church Members Can Help Pastors Avoid Burnout — Rainer on Leadership #462
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Burnout is a real issue for many, and pastors are not exempt. Today we discuss how church members can help their pastor avoid it.
Some highlights from today’s episode include:
There are times that need ministry on a 24/7 basis. But there should also be times when that’s not the case.
More often than not pastors either don’t know how to take time off or just don’t take time off.
One of the biggest things you can do for your pastor is to defend the pastor to critics.
There is a correlation in how joyful a pastor ministers and how joyful a pastor’s family life is.
The eight tips we discuss are:
Let the pastor know he should not be 24/7
Be an encourager
Insist the pastor takes some time off
Respond to critics for your pastor
Become a prayer intercessor for your pastor
Help protect the pastor’s family
Find ways to help the pastor’s family have fun times together
Pay your pastor reasonably
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