Ep 216: Pastoral frustration with an immature congregation

How should pastors shepherd immature sheep? How can you balance loving them where they are while pushing them toward maturity? How does a pastor handle the inner frustration brought on by shepherding an immature congregation?

Jim and Brian discuss these questions and more on this episode of Trench Talk.

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(02:55) Biblical foundation

(05:50) Balancing loving them where they are while pushing them toward maturity

(09:25) Differentiating immaturity versus newness of faith

(12:00) The personal responsibility of maturity

(18:40) Handling the frustration that comes from an immature congregation

(20:40) Trusting the Lord to use His Word

(22:21) Aligning expectations with the Lord’s

(26:30) Final Word and Prayer