Pastor Matters Podcast Highlight - Pastor Well with Hershael York - EP159
Jun 16, 2025
Hershael York, Dean at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and author of 'Pastor Well', discusses the intricacies of pastoral ministry. He shares his personal journey navigating challenges of faithfulness and the importance of a healthy church environment. Relationships take center stage as York emphasizes shared responsibility in ministry and the detrimental effects of pornography on marriages. He highlights biblical principles for cultivating strong unions and the significance of spiritual growth in the church community.
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Embrace Public Life and Home
- Embrace life as a pastor living publicly and use it to glorify Christ.
- Cultivate a godly home life that others want to emulate, it strongly impacts your ministry.
York's Loving Ministry Partnership
- Hershael York shares his deep love for his wife Tanya and their growth together in faith and ministry.
- They worked as a team in ministry and raised sons who also embraced ministry without pressure.
Protect Your Marriage Devotion
- Accept your spouse as God's gift and give her full devotion and attention.
- Avoid pornography completely as it damages your satisfaction and relationship in marriage.