You're Not Crazy

By: Sam Allberry Ray Ortlund The Gospel Coalition
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  • Are you a young pastor who might be tempted to give up, to even hate the ministry, wondering what on earth you signed up for? In this new podcast, pastors Ray Ortlund and Sam Allberry set out to encourage and remind you that you're not crazy.
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Episodes
  • Dry Seasons, Imposter Syndrome, and Reawakening: Season 4 Q&A with Sam and Ray

    Dry Seasons, Imposter Syndrome, and Reawakening: Season 4 Q&A with Sam and Ray
    Oct 31 2024

    In the final episode of You're Not Crazy, Ray Ortlund and Sam Allberry share their gratitude, reflect on the challenges and joys of the podcast, and offer encouragement and insights on building gospel culture, adapting preaching styles, and navigating ministry challenges.

    They discuss the following:

    • Their gratitude for You're Not Crazy listeners
    • The challenges and achievements of the podcast
    • How to build gospel culture in established churches
    • Changing preaching styles
    • Gospel culture in business meetings and staff gatherings
    • How to navigate ministry challenges and imposter syndrome
    • Future plans and their final encouragement for listeners

    Recommended resource: Daily Liturgy Devotional: 40 Days of Worship and Prayer by Douglas Sean O'Donnell

    Help The Gospel Coalition build up a renewed church for tomorrow. Let's Build Together: Donate Today at tgc.org/together
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    36 mins
  • The Joy and Reward of Serving Christ (Rom. 15:14–33)

    The Joy and Reward of Serving Christ (Rom. 15:14–33)
    Oct 14 2024

    Paul’s love for the church and ambition to preach the gospel provide an example for ministers today. In this episode of You’re Not Crazy, Sam Allberry and Ray Ortlund offer encouragement for pastors to persevere in ministry, receiving their calling as a gift from the Lord. They look to the final reward of ministry — not the success of the minister but that the Lamb would receive the reward of his sufferings. And they conclude their discussion of Romans 12–15 by reflecting on how our receipt of the gospel transforms our relationships and ministries.

    • Recommended resource: The Psalms: A Christ-Centered Commentary by Christopher Ash

    Help The Gospel Coalition build up a renewed church for tomorrow.
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    29 mins
  • The Church Is an Island of Hope (Rom. 15:1–13)

    The Church Is an Island of Hope (Rom. 15:1–13)
    Oct 7 2024

    Overcoming petty differences and finding unity in God’s Word, Christians can live together in a way that defies the principalities and powers of this world. In this episode of You’re Not Crazy, Sam Allberry and Ray Ortlund consider the church’s role as a beacon of hope amid a tumultuous world. They challenge us to extend welcome to outsiders as we have been welcomed in Christ, sacrificing our own interests for the sake of Christ and the good of others. And they speak a word of encouragement to weary pastors, encouraging them to turn to the Lord in prayer and find grace for their callings.

    • Recommended resource: Worthy: Living in Light of the Gospel by Sinclair B. Ferguson
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    29 mins

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Grace-filled counsel and reflection from the Scriptures

This podcast is not just for young/new pastors. The content is relevant, edifying and encouraging for all those in ministry.

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