By Brian Croft

Pastoral ministry is uniquely challenging, but you don’t have to walk the road alone. Explore the new Thriving Pastors Series—a vital resource dedicated to caring for the soul, family, and ministry of a pastor. Read this article to find the encouragement and biblical guidance you need.

By Luke Holmes

Every pastor needs to make sure their “compass” is aligned in the right direction from time to time, or, the results could be tragic. But how can a pastor know where to get his direction from? There are many people who are more than happy to give us wisdom and guidance for how to live in this world, how to pastor, and how to lead our families. Pastors must regularly seek wisdom, but also make sure they are getting it from the right places.

By Larry Riley

In every generation, God raises up men to shepherd His people. Yet, the challenges of pastoral ministry today are uniquely heavy. Younger pastors face cultural headwinds, congregational pressures, and the personal weight of carrying the gospel into increasingly complex contexts. Too often, they step into ministry without the guidance of an older, wiser voice walking with them. This is where seasoned pastors—men who have faithfully labored for decades—are desperately needed. This will be a such a helpful ministry, in that it will provide a place for younger, less experienced ministers to have a connection point.