The Overcomers with Matt Chandler

Finishing Well with Ray Ortlund and Crawford Loritts

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Jun 3, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Crawford Loritts and Ray Ortlund share their wisdom on navigating a lifelong commitment to ministry. Loritts, an esteemed speaker and author, discusses the struggles of maintaining humility and accountability. Ortlund, a respected pastor and author, emphasizes the sacred nature of pastoral work. They explore crucial topics like the rhythms that sustain faith, the call to vulnerability, and the importance of building strong marriages. Together, they inspire listeners to confront challenges with grace and stay faithful in their calling.
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ADVICE

Daily Rhythms Sustain Souls

  • Develop consistent daily rhythms like morning Bible reading and time alone with God to sustain spiritual health.
  • Embrace community as an identity, not just a strategy, to fight pride and maintain perspective.
INSIGHT

Ministry as Calling, Not Career

  • Pastoral ministry is a divine calling, not a career or job, carrying a deep sense of destiny.
  • Churches should call pastors rather than hire them to honor the sacred nature of ministry.
ADVICE

Guard Character Early in Ministry

  • The most dangerous season for ministry is ages 20 to 40 when identity and character are formed.
  • Embrace brokenness, humility, repentance, and seek older mentors to build character over platform success.
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