Hey listeners! We're back with another great EP - this week Pastor Frank Lewis shares practical encouragement to pastors facing discouragement in ministry. If you're struggling in ministry don't hesitate to reach out for help, from a friend, fellow Pastor and to our Association. We have resources and assistance available for you and your family.

In this EP the following are mentioned:

• The importance of rest
• A great eating plan
• Ministry Friends
• Spiritual Disciplines
• The power of prayer, God's word and hymns

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In this EP they guys pick back up on their convo about discouragement and depression and turn toward exploring practical helps available to Pastors and ministry leaders. Friends, exercise, good food, intentional conversations and medication. God can use any or all to bring remedy to those enduring heavy seasons.

Mentioned in the Podcast

• Spurgeon’s Sorrows by Zach Eswine
• NBA (Nashville Area) Pastor Cohorts
• Pastor’s Help Line
• Depression, Trauma and Medication
• Depression Medication

If you need help, don’t hesitate to reach out to a friend, your leaders or for resources, we’re here to help.

The guys are back after a couple of week hiatus. This week's topic is a heavy one, but we talk about the substance in an encouraging way.

Depression and Discouragement are realities that every ministry leader will face at some point in their lives.

• Discouragement: the temporary emotional and frustrating state of being down
• Depression: the persistent and pervasive battle with strong, discouraging emotions

Bob referenced some of his writing here:

• Depression Redeemed
• Depression and Medication
• Depression and Practical Helps

Book Resource: Spurgeon's Sorrows by Zac Eswine

If you are struggling, not sure where to turn, reach out for help. Your spouse or local supportive relationships should be primary. Should you require additional help reach out here, you can even call the Pastor Hotline for ​assistance. 1-844-PASTOR1

In this EP the guys kick it to an episode from the Replant Bootcamp: Preparing for the Call to Replant w/Evan Skelton.

Here are some of the highlights

• Replanting is a worthy call
• Finding a church to Replant takes time
• Preparation of the Replanter is essential

Are you interested in Replanting? Contact us at the Nashville Baptist Association and start a conversation today.

Nashville's growth is accelerating, creating the need for more churches. In this EP the guys sit down with Lewis McMullen, Healthy Churches - Church Planting Director for the Tennessee Baptist Mission Board. Some of the highlights include:

• Statistics on the need for plants in Nashville
• Keys to starting and enduring well as a Church Planter
• Understanding the importance of starting with mission not a public worship service

Are you interested in Planting in Nashville? We'd love to begin a conversation with you at the NBA.

Welcome back! In this EP the guys are joined by Lauren Gray and Barb Bickford as they discuss the role of friendships among ministry wives. Listen in as they share some practical encouragement and offer a way for the wives of ministry leaders an opportunity to connect.

Ministry Wife Connection Form

Do you feel like a "rookie" when it comes to prayer? The guys break down a few thoughts on prayer in the life of a ministry leader. Gary shares some insights from his cohort experience in the Praying Leader and they recommend a resource: Old Paths, New Power by Daniel Henderson

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In Today's EP Bob catches up with friend, colleague and author, Dr. Kyle Bueermann. Kyle's book, They Devoted Themselves, is an exposition of Acts 2:42-47. Listen in as the guys unpack the six elements of discipleship in the local church.

Resources Mentioned

• They Devoted Themselves
• The Lords' Supper is a Meal
• The Valley of Vision
• Praying the Bible
• ReAwaken Hymns