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The Isolated Believer and the Body of Christ

People often don’t know what to say or do, and instead of reaching in, they wait for you to reach out—as if the ability to maintain connection should rest on your shoulders. But when you are carrying so much already it becomes impossible to also carry the burden of making others feel comfortable with your suffering.

The Changing Nature of Pastoral Ministry

Over the years I have had countless conversations with young men about different aspects of pastoral ministry. What has become increasingly clear is that there is a growing anxiety around the risks involved in taking that step into full-time ministry.

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The Isolated Believer and the Body of Christ

People often don’t know what to say or do, and instead of reaching in, they wait for you to reach out—as if the ability to maintain connection should rest on your shoulders. But when you are carrying so much already it becomes impossible to also carry the burden of making others feel comfortable with your suffering.

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