Three Tips for Avoiding and Overcoming Burnout in Church and Ministry

Burnout is a major problem in the life of the church. Maybe you once were excited about serving in the church but before long you found yourself completely burned out. Maybe you're scared that you're on the edge of burnout. In any case, this video is for you! In this video we explore how to avoid and overcome church/ministry burnout. Specifically, we explore three main tips that will hopefully lead you to be maximally effective in your ministry for the long haul.

Tip One (02:55) - Recognize that burnout often stems from how you use your time outside of ministry. In this tip we explore a bit of the theology of sleep and how recognizing our limitations is actually a profoundly spiritual action. We also talk about taking a sabbath, prioritizing your life so that you seek first the kingdom of God, and how your "no's" strengthen your "yes's."

Tip Two (06:46) - Remember your why. In this tip we talked about how remembering why you're in ministry will help you continue in ministry. We also talked about the importance of recognizing that we don't serve FOR God's approval but FROM God's approval. Additionally, we talked about the fact that in Christ we are a new creation, and it is in our very nature to be servants.

Tip Three (08:12) - Strive for sustainability in ministry, not balance. Our culture has become obsessed with the idea of balance, and somehow we've tried to baptize this into a Christian ideal. As Christians we're not called to a balanced life. Instead, we should be looking for sustainability. However, we don't seek sustainability on our own power, but rather we recognize Christ as our sustainer.

About me:

Hey! My name is Austin, and I'm a 21 year old guy with a passion for people. I believe the good news is that God is better than we could've ever hoped, and I love sharing this message of grace and love with anyone that will listen. I'm the former Digital Marketing and Video Production Coordinator at a large, evangelical church in Frederick, MD, and I'm currently a student at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, IL. When I'm not writing papers or making YouTube videos, I do freelance work as a Wedding Photographer/Videographer and social media consultant. On any given day you can find me with my nose in a book or a guitar in my hands. Want to get to know me more? Follow me and say hi on Instagram at: @austin.suggs

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Camera: Canon 80d

Lens: Sigma 17-50 F2.8

Edited in FCPX

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