Seeking Ministry Lifelines | Josh & Melissa Dees (Part 1 of 2) | PT 48

13/11/2023 31 min Episodio 48
Seeking Ministry Lifelines | Josh & Melissa Dees (Part 1 of 2) | PT 48

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Episode Synopsis


Serving in ministry is always filled with ups and downs.  Josh & Melissa share the many tumultuous times they faced in their short stint in ministry. Trying to faithfully serve the church has been filled with all sorts of challenges and difficult situations they weren’t ready to face. Josh & Melissa bravely share how these difficult moments provided a certain kind of grace for them to deal with some of their own personal wounds and seek lifelines. Discussion Questions: 
Josh and Melissa recount facing a variety of challenges and difficult situations they weren't prepared for. How can these challenging moments in ministry serve as opportunities for personal growth and healing for both ministers and congregants? Are there specific examples from your own experiences in ministry that reflect this idea?
Josh and Melissa discuss seeking lifelines during their ministry journey. What does seeking lifelines mean to you in the context of ministry, and how can pastors and church leaders support one another in finding the necessary support systems during challenging times?
The difficult moments Josh and Melissa faced in ministry provided a certain kind of grace for them. How do you understand the concept of grace in the midst of ministry challenges? Can you share instances where you've witnessed or experienced grace during challenging times in your own ministry or church community?

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