Fight Ministry Burnout with Simple, Biblical Advice for Supporting Your Pastors

Pastors have such an influential role that it can be easy to forget that they too are ordinary Christians in need of encouragement from their church family. Without support, the many demands of ministry can be too difficult to bear. That’s why church members have a biblical responsibility to support the pastors who faithfully shepherd them. But how? 

In this concise, practical guide, Phil Newton walks through several “one another” passages in the New Testament to show how basic principles of Christian fellowship—including hospitality, love, and prayer—apply to a congregation’s relationship with church leadership. He also shares more specific ways that readers can support their pastors, sharing 3 unique facets of the role—preaching, pastoral, and personal—and what pastors need most as they carry out these tasks. Finally, Newton explains how supporting pastors blesses the entire congregation, leading to healthier, happier churches. 

• Brief, Accessible Guide: Helps church members understand the pastor’s role and how they can be an encouragement
• Biblical and Applicable: Offers advice from Scripture that will lead to stronger congregations  
• Part of the 9Marks Church Questions Series: Other titles include Why Should I Join a Church?; How Can I Serve My Church?; and How Can I Love Church Members with Different Politics?