The Session: Supporting the Pastor's Spouse

16/10/2025 24 min
The Session: Supporting the Pastor's Spouse

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The Session:  Helping the Pastor’s SpouseLord of peace, may You give our pastor(s) and their families peace at all times and in every way (2 Thess. 3:16). Support your spouse without beingthe assistant pastor.1.   Be a loving, supportive spouse2.   Do not neglect the training of your children.3.   Take care of your home.The Unique Challenges·  Living under constant scrutiny·  Unrealistic expectations·  Perfect social behavior·  Thorough knowledge of the Bible·  Attendance at all meetings·  Ready entertainer·  Spiritual giantThe Unique Circumstances·  Limited finances·  The demands of church members·  Loneliness·  Absent Spouse How to Succeed As a Pastor’s Spouse·  Love and accept yourself.·  Concentrate on being the best you can be.·  Have realistic expectations of yourself.·  Build your own spiritual life.·  Work on self-improvement.·  Love and accept your spouse.·  Try to understand your spouse’s ministry.·  Decide on what you are comfortable doing in your church. A devotional podcast for parents on the go! Encouragement, Scripture, & prayer in just 7 minutes. Join the journey!To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.