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In this episode, Dr. York walks through how a pastor should navigate a family member coming out as gay. This is a difficult topic to talk through, but it's important in this day and age. Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The PhD at Southern Seminary

Pastors often have to move on from their church for various reasons. In this episode, Dr York talks about the best ways to go about this.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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Sometimes a church ministry gets away from its original purpose, or no longer fills the role it was intended to fill. How does a Pastor discern when to step in and cut or alter these ministries? Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

In this episode, Dr. York discusses how often sources need to be cited, while not plagiarizing sermons.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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Today, Pastors are dealing with a technology that has never been available to previous generations. In this episode, Dr. York discusses the use of AI in sermon prep and how far should a pastor go if and when they choose to use these tools? Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The Doctor of Ministry at Southern Seminary

In this episode, Dr. York walks through the challenges and benefits of being a Bivocational pastor, and how much they're needed.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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Preachers often debate on the "right way to preach." In this episode, Dr. York walks through some bigger picture issues to address in terms of why the way you preach matters.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

As a pastor, it can be difficult to ask for more money, or feel your work is valued by your church. In this episode, Dr. York walks through some practical ways for pastors to negotiate salaries and benefits without breaking the church's bank.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Doctor of Ministry at Southern Seminary

Should you prioritize vacation and sabbaticals? Dr. York thinks so, and he walks through some practical ways to set expectations and make long lasting memories while prioritizing rest.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The PhD at Southern Seminary

In a church setting, it's better to uplift character over talent and ministry over wealth. In this episode, Dr. York discusses how honoring the right things models what the congregation will reproduce.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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Church growth is difficult to achieve. In this episode, Dr. York walks through some practical ways to grow the church through evangelism and hospitality.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

Giving attention to the next generation isn't always on the mind of a lead or senior pastor. In this episode, Dr. York discusses the importance of building relationships with the youth of your church and making yourself available to them.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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Dr. York has talked a lot about a wife's role in ministry. Sometimes they are the Pastor's greatest encouragement, other times the greatest critic. As a life partner, she knows you best.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

Mentioned in this episode:

The PhD at Southern Seminary

In this episode, Dr. York talks about why it's important to maintain order in the life of a Pastor and gives some useful tips for how to do so well.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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Over the many years of preaching, Dr. York has collected tips for new and seasoned Pastors alike.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

As technology advances, how does the church find the line between acceptable implementation verses distraction from scripture? In this episode, Dr. York walks through what questions to ask in regards to using technology in the church.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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Preaching is a core part of pastoring, so how do you preach well in a way that your congregation can digest the text? In this episode, Dr. York walks through some ways to keep your illustrations interesting for your congregation's context.

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The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

The use of Deacons can really benefit the church in a major way if they are used well. As helpers and servants of the church, there are many tasks they can take off the Pastor's or Elders' shoulders.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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Being a pastor and a parent are difficult roles to juggle well. In this episode, Dr. York walks through some key ways a pastor can be there for their children, maintaining strong relationships over the course of a lifetime.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

In previous episodes, Dr. York has talked about how to disciple the women in the church, but what about the men? How should a pastor approach a men's ministry?

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The PhD at Southern Seminary

In this episode, Dr. York walks through how to love and prioritize your wife throughout pastoring a church.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

It's important for a believer to be encouraging, so how can a Pastor model this behavior well? Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The PhD at Southern Seminary

It can be easy to forget about the missionaries sent out from the church. How do you get your church to raise funds for missions around the world?

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

In complementarian ministry, how should a pastor equip women to disciple women? In this episode, Dr. York encourages pastors to shepherd women well and empower them to be stewards of the word by leading other women in their walk with the Lord.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

How should a pastor navigate the issue of elderly couples wishing to marry in the church's eyes but not legally? In this episode, Dr. York walks through the tricky subject of how to approach this kind of request.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

Mentioned in this episode:

The PhD at Southern Seminary

A Pastor's ordination should be treated as a valuable and important thing in the life of the church. In this episode, Dr. York explains the process of ordination and why it needs to be taken seriously.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The Doctor of Ministry at Southern Seminary

Pastors may have big dreams and plans for their church, but without a plan and vision they may not come to fruition. In this episode, Dr. York talks about how important writing down these plans can be. Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The PhD at Southern Seminary

Can our personal ambition honor the Lord? In this episode, Dr. York talks about how a pastor should be mindful of ambition and not let it take over.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

The goal of the church isn't to build disciples in order to hoard away, but to send out into the world, whether that be to plant churches, attend seminary, or accept a calling elsewhere. Dr. York discusses how to do this well, preparing the church and the disciples to leave.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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As a pastor, you may face false accusations from the church community. How do you deal with those and what is the best approach? Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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Disagreements are going to happen in a church, but it all depends on if the hill is worth dying on. In this episode, Dr. York breaks down fighting for principles and not preferences. Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

Learning how to discern convictional preferences from personal preferences can be hard, but it is an important responsibility for every pastor.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The Doctor of Ministry at Southern Seminary

Churches invest in youth and worship, but do they spend enough time investing in marriages? In this episode, Dr. York discusses the importance of prioritizing healthy marriages in the church.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

Mentioned in this episode:

The PhD at Southern Seminary

In this episode, Dr. York talks about building a loving foundation for a family in ministry, modeling Christ in the home. Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

Grief can be all-consuming and sometimes bring out feelings of hopelessness. How can a pastor carry on shepherding their people in that time? In this episode, Dr. York encourages pastors to lean on the hope of the resurrection.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

When horrible events happen in our world, how do we approach these topics from the pulpit? In this episode, Dr. York walks through some appropriate responses to how to discuss these tragedies in church. Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

In this episode, Dr. York approaches the topic of tithing and whether or not a Pastor should preach on the subject in church. Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

How does personality impact one's ministry? In this episode, Dr. York discusses the importance of understanding your weaknesses in order to overcome them. Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

In this episode, Dr. York discusses why he and his wife decided to be full-time ministry partners and how that choice benefited him as a Pastor over the years. Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

Pastors getting fired from a church is a difficult process. In this episode, Dr. York talks about ways to avoid getting fired in the first place. Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

As a Pastor, abiding with God daily is an ongoing process that requires discipline. Through spending time in prayer and reading the word, we deepen our relationship with God each and every day. Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The Doctor of Ministry at Southern Seminary

In this episode, Dr. York talks about how suffering can make it difficult to preach sermons, but reliance on the Holy Spirit is especially important in those times of need. Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

Mentioned in this episode:

The PhD at Southern Seminary

A pastor's role involves hearing private matters. In this episode, Dr. York discusses how to approach sharing church matters with your wife. Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

Success is not defined by the size of a church nor the number of converts. There's more to success than these measurements. In this episode, Dr. York talks about how to find success in ministry. Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

Not to be confused with rules for preaching, Dr. York discusses some of his pet peeves in sermon practices.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Doctor of Ministry at Southern Seminary

Many churches have more women than men. In this episode, Dr. York discusses why that might be the case, and how to challenge men to be a part of the body.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

We never stop learning and growing. It's important to keep your mind alert and relationships deep. In this episode, Dr. York discusses some ways to be a lifelong learner.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

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When a pastor's time at a particular church comes to a close, it's important to set the church up with a successor who is prepared for the role.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Doctor of Ministry at Southern Seminary

Dr. York walks through the importance of a message in relation to church context and church audience.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

Mentioned in this episode:

The PhD at Southern Seminary

Asking for money for the church building can seem like a daunting task. In this episode, Dr. York walks through how a pastor can undertake this in a healthy way.

Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary