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Pastors Talk - A podcast by 9Marks

Episode 164: On Pastoral Sabbaticals (with Jamie Dunlop)

Mar 16, 2021
Exploring the importance of pastoral sabbaticals for rest and rejuvenation, navigating challenges faced by staff elders, and tips for maximizing time off. Discussion on church's role in supporting pastors financially and the significance of teaching rooted in the Word.
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Quick takeaways

  • Financially supporting pastors is crucial for spreading Christianity effectively.
  • Sabbatical leaves are essential for pastors' professional development and well-being.

Deep dives

The Role of Paying Pastors in Fulfilling the Great Commission

Supporting pastors financially has played a critical role in fulfilling the Great Commission for over 2000 years. By financially supporting pastors, local Christian communities enable gifted individuals to teach God's word effectively. This practice is observed in the early and medieval church history, emphasizing the importance of sustaining pastors to spread the teachings of Christianity.

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