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


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