On the BrinkClay Werner'On the Brink' is a great book for the weary pastor and if you're reading it, it's probably not to late for you! Werner points the reader toward the crucifixion of Jesus to show how a genuine love for sinners will inevitably bring pain and sacrifice, and how pastors can find nourishment, strength, and comfort in the gospel.
Serving without SinkingJohn Hindley'Serving Without Sinking' is an excellent book written for those who have lost the joy they once experienced, or expected to find, in Christian service. John Hindley offers encouragement by reminding the reader of our union with Christ and how an appreciation of who we serve brings renewed satisfaction and joy.
Zeal Without BurnoutChristopher AshIn 'Zeal Without Burnout', Christopher Ash looks at how those in Christian service can flourish in their work with zeal while avoiding burnout and dropping out of Christian service altogether. Following his advice will help us serve God in sustainable ways as we care for ourselves better and have more energy and longevity in the ministries into which God has led us.
Burnout : Resting in God's FairnessBrad HambrickIn 'Burnout', Brad Hambrick shows us the causes of burnout and shows how this happens when we're no longer energised in the same way as we once were. Hambrick encourages us to manage our time and lives better so we don't exceed the resources God has given us and points us to Christ as the one who provides all we need to keep up with the pace of modern life!
The Weary Leader's Guide to Burnout: A Journey from Exhaustion to WholenessSean NemecekIn 'The Weary Leader's Guide to Burnout', Sean Nemecek shows us the way to recovery and wholeness from a position of fatigue. He shows how those in leadership are more prone to burnout and offers practical advice on its causes and how it can be avoided.
Emotionally Healthy SpiritualityPeter ScazzeroIn this book, Peter Scazzero looks at the emotional lives of Christians, and believes that this is a pressing need and that somethign is wrong in our churches because "We have people who are passionate for God and his work, yet who are unconnected to their own emotions or those around them". Scazzero argues against a culture of 'emotional repression' and argues for something more authentic in which church members can find true Christian maturity.
The Emotionally Healthy LeaderPeter ScazzeroIn The Emotionally Healthy Leader, Peter Scazzero shows leaders how to develop a deep Christ-centred faith that will guide them in their decisions and help their leadership to be more spiritually impactful because it's a reflection of their own healthy spirituality. A helpful book for leaders and ministers who want to practice good self-care before giving care to others.
Resilient Ministry - What Pastors Told Us About Surviving And ThrivingBob BurnsIn 'Resilient Ministry', Burns, Chapman, and Guthrie identify 5 key areas which largely decide whether a ministry will merely survive or thrive. They look at spiritual formation, self-care, emotional and cultural intelligence, marriage, and leadership development, and provide some indispensable wisdom to give ministries longevity. I have seen this book impact hundreds of ministers - it's a must read for pastors!
Wounded Pastors: Navigating Burnout, Finding Healing, and Discerning the Future of Your MinistryJames Fenimore'Wounded Pastors' is written for those pastors who have experienced burnout, or who have been hurt by the Church. It's written in a compassionate way to offer help to pastors who may or may not stay in ministry. If this sounds like you, it's a helpful book as you navigate this difficult season.
Beyond BurnoutAmy O'HanaIn 'Beyond Burnout', Amy O'Hana offers hope for those who are experiencing burnout, disillusionment, and struggling in their chosen vocation. She charts a way back from this to a place where we can regain our passion and purpose in our careers. She does this by showing how we can find spiritual restoration which is the basis for finding satisfaction in our work.
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