Ep. 256: The pastor and counseling the flock

Show Notes:
Explore ourresources
Find rest and retreat at one of the many Shepherd’s House locations
Write a review on Apple Podcasts (podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trench-talk/id10…) or Spotify (open.spotify.com/show/1t6Jyy3vTLfx3xMHieMDYF?s…)
Visit the contact Page
(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