Ep. 256: The pastor and counseling the flock
What responsibility does a pastor bear to shepherd his flock through counseling? How can a pastor engage in the ministry of counseling? What pressures might hinder a pastor in counseling?
Brian Croft and Jim Savastio answer these, and many more on this episode of Trench Talk.
Show Notes:
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(03:34) Biblical understanding of overseeing the flock in counseling them
(08:14) Important aspects of shepherding/engaging in this way
Stay in your lane with the ministry of the Word
The ministry of [physical] presence
The ministry of [emotional] presence
General wisdom and discernment
Listening patiently and ask probing questions
(20:30) The pressures that pastors might face when counseling
(32:39) Final word and prayer
Connect with our women’s ministry and the counseling that is available to women in ministry and pastors wives.