PASTORS IN RECOVERY · EPISODE 113

That Didn’t Sound Like You

When the Pastor Becomes the Performance

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About this episode

There’s nothing wrong with passionate preaching. But what happens when we feel we must become someone else to be effective?

Through a humorous drama and four personal experiences, Jon Hammond looks back on trying to imitate a preacher he admired, a junior high student’s unexpected criticism, an evangelist’s warning about relying on his gifts, and a revealing conversation after a revival meeting.

Using David’s decision to set aside Saul’s armor in 1 Samuel 17, this episode examines authenticity, humility, spiritual dependence, and the freedom to discover your own voice in ministry.

You can admire somebody’s calling without trying to wear their personality.

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