On Pastoring

"Ministry is harder than I thought it would be..."No pastor is ever fully prepared for the ministry. For pastors just starting out, those needing a little rebalancing, or those growing tired in the trenches, a handbook on the basics is a welcome relief.In On Pastoring, veteran pastor H. B. Charles gives 40 quick chapters on the practical aspects of pastoral ministry. Covering the devotional life, spiritual leadership, and public ministry of the pastor, he provides advice on topics like:Avoiding pastoral risk factorsPrioritizing your familyEquipping and leading leadersCaring for the sick and grievingGuarding your heart in the pulpitConducting funerals and weddingsBeing a pastor means wearing many hats, weathering lots of pressure, and bearing great responsibility. Let H. B. Charles be a trusted advisor as you do the grave work of shepherding a flock of God.

Charles, Jr., H.B.