Staying Power: Encouragement for Pastors to Persevere

by Craig Brian Larson

Criticism, stress, loneliness, spiritual malnourishment-pastors face many difficult situations and must deal with many difficult people. And every pastor and ministry leader has felt like quitting a particular church or leaving the ministry altogether. Craig Brian Larson has been there and understands the hardships faced during a life of service. In Staying Power, he candidly discusses twelve things that make pastors want to call it quits and offers encouragement for pastors to persevere through the tough times. Every pastor and ministry leader can benefit from this honest and ultimately positive book.

176 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2005

About the author

Craig Brian Larson is chief editor for Christianity Today's PreachingToday.com, an online journal and illustration service. He also pastors a church in Chicago, Illinois. His books include Contemporary Illustrations for Preachers, Teachers, and Writers; Preaching That Connects; and The Art and Craft of Biblical Preaching. He and his family live in the Chicago suburbs.