Ep. 268: Pastoring as the election draws near
How can pastors shepherd their flocks during the 2024 United States election? How ought pastors handle the pressures members might place on them in regard to a specific candidate? Are pastoral responsibilities different from responsibilities of citizenship?
Brian and Jim discuss these questions and more on this episode of Trench Talk.
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(01:37) Setting up the topic and biblical framework
(07:31) The pressure of how much do you say or not say?
(09:42) Handling congregational pressures
(13:12) Distinguishing pastoral responsibility, and responsibility as a citizen
(17:52) Should church members vote in elections?
(22:58) Should you encourage your members to vote for a particular candidate?
(32:19) Determining your line as a pastor in a local church
(33:29) Final word and prayer