June 29, 2025: The Making of a Resilient Pastor

Guest Preacher: Kelley Johnson

Leviticus 25:1-7; Matthew 11:28-30

The Making of a Resilient Pastor

Kelley Johnson

June 29, 2025

Leviticus 25:1-7; Matthew 11:28-30 

Introduction:

Resilient Ministry Themes:

Leviticus 25:1-4:

Matthew 11:28-30:

Sabbatical Benefits: Pastor:

Sabbatical Benefits: Church:

My Part in the Sabbatical:

Reflection/Discussion Questions

1.   Read Matthew 11:28-30.

2.   What are some of the action verbs we see in this passage?

3.   What do they call us to do? Which apply to the Lord?

4.   Discuss your reaction to this statement: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”

5.   What does the phrase “…you will find rest for your souls.” mean and how do we get there?

6.   What does it mean to be “yoked” with Jesus? What would that look like?

7.   What are some things you can do to support your pastor’s Sabbatical? Who do you need to talk to about it?

8.   What’s your biggest takeaway from Matthew 11:28-30