Inner Life of the Pastor: Cultivating the Character of the Shepherd

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This course will examine the Biblical models of character formation in the lives of those whom God calls to full-time ministry. In particular, the course will focus on the character traits of servant leadership matching the Biblical metaphor of "the shepherd" with the didactic elements of Scripture that deal with the aspects of character required of those called to vocational ministry. The course explores the emotional, psychological, relational, and moral challenges of contemporary ministry. Course participants will be encouraged to assess their own unique journey of character development and to develop a personal framework for ongoing character development as a foundation for ministry. Biblical, sociological, and counseling resources will be mined to assist ministers in creating this framework.