The Good Pastor

by Kelly M. Williams

"What does it take to persevere in ministry?" The number of pastors who actually cross the finish line in vocational ministry is depressingly small. Excitement and exhilaration often turn to disappointment and depression, and we lose all too many. Is there hope? With openness and frankness, Pastor Kelly Williams offers a stark and realistic portrayal of the very real and meaningful struggles we all face in doing ministry. He shares from the "trenches" of church and ministry, as well as in the home, and tackles the core issues with grace and hope. Kelly's wisdom, born out of weaknesses of the flesh and his own spiritual struggles, is both articulate and devoted. Through his own trials and the disciplines God has honed through his life and ministry, he offers fresh ways to rediscover the disciplines, principles, and commitments to serve the Lord.
"Through his own struggles, and the disciplines God has honed through his life and ministry, there is to be found here insight for all of us. I can highly recommend this volume." - JOHN D. HANNAH, PH.D. Professor of Historical Theology, Dallas Theological Seminary

450 pages, Paperback

Published September 15, 2022

Reviews

[Tricia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great reading for any pastor who plans to be in it for the long haul! With over 25 years in the pastorate, Kelly has gained a wealth of knowledge and experience that he shares here to help encourage others in their calling as pastor. The book is clear, concise, easy to read and packed with scripture. He is honest and raw about the real struggles pastors face and gives advice on how to face them head on. As a chaplain who is in it for the long game, I am grateful for this resource.

[Mary Gill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pastor Kelly’s book is written in an easily accessible form with great depth, insight, and vulnerability. As a non-pastor I found it especially enlightening about the realities of a life as a pastor (and convicting of some less than gracious thoughts I’ve had over the years about selected pastors) as well as important scriptural teachings.

[Armin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Practical insight for Pastors who want to FINISH well.

I wish someone had written a book like this 45 years ago… Before I became a pastor. Everyone who aspires to the pastorate would do well to read this book.