Who is Disqualified? - Ep. 858 - February 23, 2026

When a Pastor falls, who decides they're "done"? In this episode of The Smith and Rowland Show, Alan Smith and Jeff Rowland talk candidly about failure, repentance, consequences, and what restoration really means in real church life. They start with a trust problem many people feel today, especially after public scandals. Then they take a hard look at how Christians treat "fallen" leaders, why some sins get spotlighted while others get ignored, and why people often confuse God's forgiveness with human approval. Along the way, they unpack a key idea, the consequences are often built into the sin itself, even after repentance. You'll also hear a practical breakdown of common warning signs that lead to moral collapse, including pride ("It'll never happen to me"), being too busy to stay close to God, and unhealthy boundaries with the opposite sex. The conversation stays grounded in Scripture while still being honest about what happens in the real world after a fall, including shame, self-disqualification, and the long road back. In addition, the guys share a new way to follow the show: full Podcast episodes are now posted as readable blog posts on kingdompropheticsociety.org, so you can revisit the core ideas in writing. Subscribe for weekly episodes of The Smith and Rowland Show, focused on Preaching, doctrine, culture, and the daily grind of walking with Christ. #SmithAndRowlandShow #ChristianPodcast #Pastor #Preaching #ChurchLeadership