The Deep Thoughts Podcast with Matt Shantz Episode 57. Gospel-Driven Ministry (with Jared C. Wilson)
Dec 9, 2021
Jared C. Wilson, Assistant Professor of Pastoral Ministry and accomplished author, shares insights from his journey in ministry and academia. He discusses the importance of vulnerability among pastors, tackling the stigma around mental health. The conversation dives into his books, particularly 'The Gospel-Driven Church,' emphasizing a deep understanding of gospel-centered principles. Wilson also reflects on the complexities of being called to ministry, balancing personal struggles with community expectations, all while sprinkling in anecdotes about sports loyalty.
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Jared Wilson on Depression and Ministry
- Jared Wilson shares his experience related to the suicide of another pastor who shared his name and his own battle with depression.
- He emphasizes the stigma in ministry about mental health and the importance of speaking openly to help others feel less alone.
Power of Vulnerability in Ministry
- Leading with vulnerability builds credibility and connects ministers with their people authentically.
- Pretending to be perfect leads to lost trust and misses the profound example of Christ's openness to suffering.
Essence of Gospel-Driven Ministry
- Gospel-driven means Christ is central to Bible reading, transformation comes by seeing Jesus, and validation comes from grace not performance.
- This framework reshapes ministry priorities away from law-based striving to empowered faith-based life change.
