The Everyday Pastor

Spiritual Warfare in Ministry

Episode Summary

Matt Smethurst and Ligon Duncan help pastors think biblically and pastorally about Satan’s schemes, the Spirit’s indwelling power, and how to resist discouragement while persevering in faithful ministry.

Episode Notes

Spiritual warfare is real in ministry—but often misunderstood. Matt Smethurst and Ligon Duncan help pastors think biblically and pastorally about Satan’s schemes, the Spirit’s indwelling power, and how to resist discouragement while persevering in faithful ministry.

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Precious Remedies Against Satan's Devices by Thomas Brooks
• The Christian in Complete Armour by William Gurnall
• The Treasury of David by Charles Spurgeon
• The Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan
• The Work of the Holy Spirit by Abraham Kuyper
• New Life in the Wasteland by Douglas F. Kelly
• The Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis