Summary
Pastors are called to be “above reproach,” leading and ministering with integrity so that their lives reflect the message they preach.
But when a pastor—especially one who is well-known and highly respected—falls short of this standard, the consequences can be deeply damaging to the individual, the church, and the broader Christian witness.
In this episode, Jonathan and Christa highlight common factors that contribute to moral failure among Christian leaders and offer practical steps for churches to support and safeguard their pastors before a crisis occurs.
When a Pastor falls short,
the consequences are deeply damaging.
Resources
- Dangerous Calling: Confronting the Unique Challenges of Pastoral Ministry by Paul David Tripp
- Lectures to My Students by Charles Spurgeon
- The Reformed Pastor by Richard Baxter
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