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Pastor Well with Hershael York

Conversations with prominent pastors, teachers, and leaders sharing key insights on their experience in faithful ministry, by Dr. Hershael York (the Dean of the School of Theology at SBTS and Pastor of Buck Run Baptist Church in Frankfort, KY)

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  1. 142

    Negotiating Salary and Benefits

    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

  2. 141

    Taking Vacations and Sabbaticals

    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.Mentioned in this episode:The PhD at Southern Seminary

  3. 140

    You Reproduce What You Honor

    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.Mentioned in this episode:Help Shape the Next Generation with Boyce Collegeboycecollege.com

  4. 139

    How to Grow the Church

    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

  5. 138

    Paying Attention to the Youth

    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.Mentioned in this episode:Help Shape the Next Generation with Boyce Collegeboycecollege.com

  6. 137

    The Wisdom of a Pastor's Wife

    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

  7. 136

    Maintaining Order In Your Life

    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.Mentioned in this episode:Help Shape the Next Generation with Boyce Collegeboycecollege.com

  8. 135

    Hershael York's Preaching Hacks

    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

  9. 134

    Using Technology in the Church

    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.Mentioned in this episode:Help Shape the Next Generation with Boyce Collegeboycecollege.com

  10. 133

    Using Sermon Illustrations

    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.Mentioned in this episode:The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

  11. 132

    How to Use Deacons Well

    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.Mentioned in this episode:Help Shape the Next Generation with Boyce Collegeboycecollege.com

  12. 131

    Shepherding Your Children Well

    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

  13. 130

    Discipling Men in Your Church

    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.Mentioned in this episode:The PhD at Southern Seminary

  14. 129

    Loving Your Wife Well Over a Lifetime

    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

  15. 128

    How to Have a Ministry of Encouragement

    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.Mentioned in this episode:The PhD at Southern Seminary

  16. 127

    Getting Your Church to Support Missions

    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.Mentioned in this episode:The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

  17. 126

    Shepherding Women in the Church

    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

  18. 125

    Navigating Cohabiting Elderly Couples

    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

  19. 124

    The Significance of Ordination

    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.Mentioned in this episode:The Doctor of Ministry at Southern Seminary

  20. 123

    Having a Vision for Your Church

    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.Mentioned in this episode:The PhD at Southern Seminary

  21. 122

    How to Deal with Ambition

    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.Mentioned in this episode:The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

  22. 121

    Discipling Leaders to Send Out

    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.Mentioned in this episode:Help Shape the Next Generation with Boyce Collegeboycecollege.com

  23. 120

    Dealing with False Accusations

    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.Mentioned in this episode:Help Shape the Next Generation with Boyce Collegeboycecollege.com

  24. 119

    How to Win Church Fights

    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.Mentioned in this episode:The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

  25. 118

    Changing a Church's Bad Habits

    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.Mentioned in this episode:The Doctor of Ministry at Southern Seminary

  26. 117

    Investing in Marriages

    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

  27. 116

    Parenting Children to Love Christ

    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.Mentioned in this episode:The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

  28. 115

    Shepherding Amidst Personal Grief

    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

  29. 114

    Addressing National Tragedies in Church

    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.Mentioned in this episode:The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

  30. 113

    How to Address Tithing

    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.Mentioned in this episode:The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

  31. 112

    How Personality Impacts Pastoring

    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

  32. 111

    The Wife as a Ministry Partner

    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

  33. 110

    What Will Get a Pastor Fired

    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.

  34. 109

    Abiding with the Lord

    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.Mentioned in this episode:The Doctor of Ministry at Southern Seminary

  35. 108

    Preaching In Times of Personal Suffering

    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

  36. 107

    How Much Should a Pastor Share with his Wife?

    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.Mentioned in this episode:The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

  37. 106

    What Does Church Success Look Like?

    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.Mentioned in this episode:The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

  38. 105

    My Preaching Pet Peeves

    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

  39. 104

    Bringing Men into the Church

    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.Mentioned in this episode:The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

  40. 103

    How to be a Lifelong Learner

    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.Mentioned in this episode:Help Shape the Next Generation with Boyce Collegeboycecollege.com

  41. 102

    Setting up a Successor

    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

  42. 101

    Do You Need to Mention Jesus in Every Sermon?

    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

  43. 100

    Raising Funds for Capital Projects

    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

  44. 99

    Dealing with Confrontation in Pastoral Meetings

    Having hard or difficult meetings can be common in a pastoral role. Dr. York walks through how to navigate those difficult conversations with humility and respect.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

  45. 98

    Lessons in Humility

    Pride is difficult to navigate in the age of likes on the internet. How can a Pastor remain humble while trying to grow their 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

  46. 97

    What I Learned From Bad Pastors

    Even though we shouldn't seek bad pastors out, it's possible to learn from negative examples. In this episode, Dr. York walks through the different lessons he's learned about how to NOT pastor 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.Mentioned in this episode:The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

  47. 96

    Being with Those on Their Deathbed

    Congregants may not remember sermon outlines or illustrations, but they will always remember their pastor being there for them in difficult times. Being with those as they move from this life to the next is a weighty thing, but part of how a pastor can love his flock better.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

  48. 95

    Advice I Received from My Mentor: Adrian Rogers

    Mentorship is important even for pastors. In this episode, Dr. York shares some of the advice he received over the years from his mentor, Adrian Rogers.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:Help Shape the Next Generation with Boyce Collegeboycecollege.com

  49. 94

    Making Theology Accessible And Rich

    The church welcomes people from all walks of life, from new believers to lifelong Christians. How can you best enrich and serve both sides of the spectrum in a meaningful 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 PhD at Southern Seminary

  50. 93

    The Importance of Community Engagement

    The church is a lamppost, not a fortress. It's not meant to escape culture, but instead it's meant to influence the culture with grace and truth. Dr. York walks through some ways the church can be a presence in the community.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

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Conversations with prominent pastors, teachers, and leaders sharing key insights on their experience in faithful ministry, by Dr. Hershael York (the Dean of the School of Theology at SBTS and Pastor of Buck Run Baptist Church in Frankfort, KY)

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Southern Seminary

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Conversations with prominent pastors, teachers, and leaders sharing key insights on their experience in faithful ministry, by Dr. Hershael York (the Dean of the School of Theology at SBTS and Pastor of Buck Run Baptist Church in Frankfort, KY)

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