Episode 15: The Unwavering Youth Pastor (Jonathan Dodson)

Thriving in ministry is always more difficult than new youth pastors expect. The grind of ministry, the unusual schedule, and unfair complaints can wear the best of us down. In this episode, we talk with Jonathan Dodson about his book, The Unwavering Pastor, and what he's learned firsthand about applying the gospel to our own hearts. Discussion topics include, 

• What do you mean by “unwavering pastor?” and what prompted you to write this book?
• The Unwavering Pastor has been out for a few months now. What are some common themes from conversations you’ve had with pastors who’ve reached out to you since reading it? 
• One of the sentences that made me put the book down and pray was this line, “It is virtually impossible to make it through division without sinning, and Christ is gladly present to remedy that.” Could you share a little more about this. 
• I really appreciated the story you told about your grandfather’s words to you about truth telling, could share you that with us? 
• Teenagers don’t have very many good examples of conflict resolution. We live in a cancel culture that’s fueled by internet rage. And yet, Jesus said blessed are the peacemakers. What counsel do you have for us about being peacemakers when others around us make that difficult? 

Founding Pastor of Austin City Life, founder of Gospel-Centered Discipleship and author of multiple books, including Gospel-Centered Discipleship, Our Good Crisis, and The Unwavering Pastor. 

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