Ep. 211: Pastors Living a Balanced Life
Is balance in ministry attainable? How can bi-vocational pastors seek balance? In what ways should a pastor balance his soul, ministry, and family?
Jim and Brian discuss these topics and much more on this episode of Trenchtalk.
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(02:18) Biblical understanding of living in tension and seeking balance
(06:20) The importance of balance in a pastor’s life
(09:27) Balancing administration, teaching/preaching, and shepherding in ministry
(15:46) Virtuous or sinful justification for imbalances in ministry
(20:00) Brian’s message to bi-vocational pastors
(22:37) Balance and keeping watch over your own soul
(30:05) Balancing and caring well in family responsibilities
(34:05) Being fully there with your family
(35:55) Final words and prayer