For church planters, elders and pastors, we live in remarkable times. The demands upon church leaders are sky-high while the credibility of the church has suffered many blows. A pandemic, civil unrest, political polarization, church scandals—pastors and planters are weary and discouraged with the growing complexity of their call. They need engagement and encouragement —they need to remember why ministry is worth the cost; they need to know how to be resilient, how to bounce forward in such a season.
Hosted by Bob Lepine, in each episode you'll meet thought leaders and ministry veterans who are changing and advancing planting and pastoring through their passionate pursuit of Christ. Every guest you listen to, every topic you learn about, and every new idea you discover on this podcast will be aimed to help strengthen your resiliency so you can run long and finish well.
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For church planters, elders and pastors, we live in remarkable times. The demands upon church leaders are sky-high while the credibility of the church has suffered many blows. A pandemic, civil unrest, political polarization, church scandals—pastors and planters are weary and discouraged with the growing complexity of their call. They need engagement and encouragement —they need to remember why ministry is worth the cost; they need to know how to be resilient, how to bounce forward in such a season.
Hosted by Bob Lepine, in each episode you'll meet thought leaders and ministry veterans who are changing and advancing planting and pastoring through their passionate pursuit of Christ. Every guest you listen to, every topic you learn about, and every new idea you discover on this podcast will be aimed to help strengthen your resiliency so you can run long and finish well.
In this episode of "The Bounce," host Bob Levine converses with Alistair Begg about the intricacies and personal experiences related to the pastoral call to ministry. They delve into Alistair's personal journey, exploring the early influences and significant moments that shaped his understanding and acceptance of his ministerial calling. The discussion uncovers the multifaceted nature of recognizing and responding to a call to ministry, emphasizing the importance of external affirmation and the challenges of establishing the right priorities and rhythms in pastoral life.
Listeners will find practical advice on managing the demands of pastoral ministry, alongside deep theological insights into the nature of calling and service. This episode is particularly useful for those in ministry or considering a pastoral vocation, offering both encouragement and caution derived from seasoned pastoral experience.
Upcoming Event Mention: Alistair Begg will be the featured speaker at the Great Commission Collective annual conference focused on "Extravagant Grace," taking place from October 21-24 in Davenport, Iowa. More details and registration information can be found on the GCC website.
For church planters, elders and pastors, we live in remarkable times. The demands upon church leaders are sky-high while the credibility of the church has suffered many blows. A pandemic, civil unrest, political polarization, church scandals—pastors and planters are weary and discouraged with the growing complexity of their call. They need engagement and encouragement —they need to remember why ministry is worth the cost; they need to know how to be resilient, how to bounce forward in such a season.
Hosted by Bob Lepine, in each episode you'll meet thought leaders and ministry veterans who are changing and advancing planting and pastoring through their passionate pursuit of Christ. Every guest you listen to, every topic you learn about, and every new idea you discover on this podcast will be aimed to help strengthen your resiliency so you can run long and finish well.
