Churchmen Podcast Episode 7 - How Pride Hinders Ministry
Nov 6, 2019
The discussion dives into the insidious nature of pride within ministry. Pastors are often celebrated for their ambitions, yet this very pride can disqualify them from their roles. The hosts explore how cultural redefinitions disguise arrogance and the detrimental impact on congregations. They address the dangers of promoting untested leaders and emphasize the need for humility, character, and self-awareness. Genuine reactions to praise are highlighted as essential for growth, ultimately urging listeners to combat their 'darling sins' through reflection and Scripture.
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Pride Is Often Redefined As Virtue
- Pride in pastoral ministry appears in many forms and is often excused as ambition or vision.
- Jerry Ragg warns that redefining pride weakens the church's moral clarity and pastoral integrity.
Culture Normalizes Pastoral Pride
- Church culture now normalizes and even celebrates proud leadership traits that were once stigmatized.
- Jerry Ragg says this cultural shift explains why older leaders no longer train humility into younger pastors.
Identify Pride By Patterns Not Labels
- Watch for patterns: unrepentant defensiveness, refusing forgiveness, and persistent grudges reveal pride.
- Address these patterns early rather than labeling them personality or competitiveness.