Dear Pastor, Remember to Rest this Holiday Season

As I consider you and your fellow ministers, I can only imagine the weariness so many of you are battling even as you remain faithful to your calling. I’m reminded of that beloved passage of Scripture that points to where true strength can be found: “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me” (2 Corinthians 12:9).

How Do I Avoid Burnout as a Busy Pastor?

Burnout is not something pastors can take lightly. If you’re on your way to burnout, there are tools that can help you avoid hitting rock bottom. You may be tempted to fight through it, to just keep going forward, and tough it out. That won’t work. It will continue getting worse. To get well, you must seek healing and take action by looking at your priorities, talking to a wise counselor, and changing the way you’re doing life and ministry.