The Joy of Leading: Finding Contentment While Shepherding God's People

How does a pastor find contentment & maintain joy while shepherding God's people? The statistics on pastoral burnout are staggering. Many spiritual leaders are leaving their ministries because of struggles, conflicts, and frustrations with people in their own churches. Do you need motivation to keep pressing on? Whether you are a pastor striving to fulfill your calling to the end or an interested congregation member wishing to support and encourage God's man, this book will provide insights, direction, and encouragement. All the information is based on personal learning experiences, God's Word, and the research of various topics related to joy by other writers and scholars. This book will benefit the reader by finding answers to personal doubts and struggles concerning being a spiritual leader. Join me on an investigative process which will be positive and productive. Be prepared to remove self pity, conquer negative surroundings, and reestablish joy in your life and ministry.