
Pastor Well with Hershael York
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Ep 123Dealing 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

Ep 122How 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

Ep 121Changing 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

Ep 120Investing 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

Ep 119Parenting 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

Ep 118Shepherding 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

Ep 117Addressing 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

Ep 116How 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

Ep 115How 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

Ep 114The 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

Ep 113What 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.

Ep 112Abiding 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

Ep 111Preaching 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

Ep 110How 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

Ep 109What 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

Ep 108My 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

Ep 107Bringing 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

Ep 106How 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

Ep 105Setting 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

Ep 104Do 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

Ep 103Raising 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

Ep 102Dealing 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

Ep 101Lessons 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

Ep 100What 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

Ep 99Being 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

Ep 98Advice 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

Ep 97Making 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

Ep 96The 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

Ep 95The Private Battles Pastors Face
How can a pastor approach heart issues while maintaining their role as the church's shepherd? In this episode, Dr. York walks through how to have a healthy spiritual lifestyle as a pastor in 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 Doctor of Ministry at Southern Seminary

Ep 94Working Through Pastoral Envy
When watching peers find ministry success, how should a pastor work through envy and comparison? In this episode, Dr. York points us back to scripture, seeking ways to glorify the Lord through our 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.

Ep 93Manuscripts vs Outlines
Is it better for pastors to use manuscripts or outlines in church? In this episode, Dr. York walks through the benefits of not using a manuscript while preaching a sermon.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

Ep 92Using Strong Sermon Illustrations
Should pastors strive to keep their sermons engaging and memorable? In this episode, Dr. York discusses how being a good storyteller can help you 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:Help Shape the Next Generation with Boyce Collegeboycecollege.com

Ep 91A Wife's Role in Church Ministry
How should a Pastor's wife approach ministry in the church? In this episode, Dr. York dives deeper into how a Pastor and his wife need to be on the same page when it comes to ministry involvement.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. Previous Episode on this topic: https://youtu.be/4NUv3_ksKLM?feature=shared Interview with Tanya: https://youtu.be/8907fTzVWR4?feature=sharedMentioned in this episode:The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

Ep 90Inviting Guest Preachers
How should a pastor approach asking and welcoming someone to speak at 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 Doctor of Ministry at Southern Seminary

Ep 89Ways to Navigate Opinions on Worship
What are some best practices for adding changes to a worship service? In this episode, Dr. York walks through how to model worship in church as a 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:Help Shape the Next Generation with Boyce Collegeboycecollege.com

Ep 88When Rebaptism might be necessary
Is it alright to be baptized more than once? In this episode, Dr. York walks through the complicated circumstances of rebaptizing a member of 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

Ep 87A Pastor's Boundaries with Friendship
In this episode, Dr. York walks through how to establish healthy boundaries between shepherds and the congregation.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

Ep 86When a Church is in Decline
A church in decline can be a difficult space for a pastor to be in. In this episode, Dr. York walks through some ideas on how to get attendance up and engage the congregation. 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.YouTube link: https://youtu.be/DZfdUqesWKwMentioned in this episode:The Doctor of Ministry at Southern Seminary

Ep 82Incorporating Media into Sermons
Is it alright to show things on the screen, or have bulletins with sermon outlines? In this episode, Dr. York walks through how to approach media's use in the church.Mentioned in this episode:The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

Ep 85Expositional Preaching
In this episode, Dr. York walks through the importance of expository preaching and why it's important.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

Ep 84A Pastor's Wife's Role in Ministry
How can a Pastor who's married use his wife's giftings to better serve the church? Dr. York talks about how his wife has served alongside him 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:Help Shape the Next Generation with Boyce Collegeboycecollege.com

Ep 83Leaving a Church
At what point should you consider leaving your church, and what is the best way to go about it? 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

Ep 81Business Meetings in the Church
How do you handle business in the context of ministry? In this episode, Dr. York walks through how to navigate the more political side of church 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.Brought to you by The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.Mentioned in this episode:The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary

Ep 80How to Handle Firing Church Staff
Firing staff from ministry positions can feel impossible. How should a pastor navigate those difficult decisions? 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

Ep 79How to Address Giving in Church
Money is a difficult topic to address in church, especially when the congregation is wary of giving. In this episode, Dr. York talks about ways to biblically address generosity 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.