Fanning the Flame: Notes from Pastors to Pastors

"You are not burned out. Just occasionally weary and in need of encouragement. We are all, clergy and laity, guilty of pointing out what's wrong in our churches or denominations and would do well to follow Paul's counsel to the Thessalonians: Honor your leaders in the Lord's work; they work hard among you (1 Thessalonians 5: 12, NLT).

So what would be meaningful for my friend and many of his fellow pastors who occasionally need to be lifted out of the mud and mire and given a firm place to stand (Psalm 40:2)? How about sage advice from seasoned pastors who have walked the same roads and known the same frustrations - but who have also endured?

This devotional book tapped 30 such pastors and educators who have spent their professional lives leading, teaching and nurturing the local church and her people. They come from all over the country, representing different denominations and sharing from diverse backgrounds. This book has collected their words of wisdom on 30 different areas of life every pastor struggles with from time to time, whether it is in the church, at home or in their individual lives of discipleship... - Steve Ganger, Director, Stewardship Education