
Practical Shepherding is a Gospel-driven resource center for pastors and church leaders to equip them in the practical matters of pastoral ministry. In this podcast, pastor Brian Croft sits down with other pastors to discuss the gritty details of pastoral ministry. Our goal is to examine the life and work of a pastor and give helpful guidance for our brothers laboring with us. This is a podcast by... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 300 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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This podcast is a wonderful heart-pouring of men that have been in the trenches for years. The biblical truth is tangible, the advice is solid, valuable and practical. I love how each episode is framed biblically and how heartfelt are the closing prayers.
Brian and Jim are solid guys who love God and the local church. It’s a must listen for any man in ministry!
Biblically faithful and pastorally wise advice and encouragement for the pastor. Highly recommended to anyone in pastoral ministry
The stuff you just can’t learn in seminary!
This podcast is so helpful and addresses a wide range of pastoral issues in a very practical way.
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The show centers on practical pastoral ministry, with senior pastors discussing real-world challenges and solutions for life in the trenches. Conversations cover care for pastors and their families, preaching with sensitivity, leadership transitions, church revitalization, and maintaining pace and vitality in ministry, all rooted in Scripture and pragmatic application. Notable strengths include frank, mentoring-style dialogue, guest experts drawn from Practical Shepherding networks, and a consistent emphasis on pastoral faithfulness, humility, and communal support for pastors and church leaders.
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