What can be done to erase the burnout?
2006-08-19 19:33:02 · 11 answers · asked by Paul S 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Nothing "burnt out", sir. I assure you. You are merely growing spiritually. The place where you are is a hibernation. When we go through that, we can think the "shut down" or "burn out" is a bad experience. But, the feeling is only about the labor pains of something new that we are about to realize. It's like a woman focusing on the aches and pains of pregnancy and not on the wonder and happiness and love of the child which the whole pregnancy is about. Oh, sir, see this stage as "good". Give yourself a break. Roll with it with grace. Get out and walk in pristine natural surroundings as much as possible and just look. After our spiritual hibernations, we emerge mighty, and burning like stars. You'll see.
2006-08-19 19:47:23 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
never! the congregation will see right through that ruse. I would suggest a sabbatical to give the preacher time to do some soul searching and decide what exactly he wants to accomplish when and if he returns. Nothing is more spiritually deflating than a burned out pastor.
2006-08-19 19:41:20 · answer #2 · answered by blondambition 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Possibly. I guess that depends on if "burnt out" means that he is in a period of spiritual dryness or if he is just mechanically going through the motions to appear devout but in fact has no desire to increase his love for God.
It is easy to feel your love and faith for God grow when you are receiving spiritual nourishment. It is very difficult when that dries up. In truth though, this can be a sign of God's favor. If you can keep up your prayers, keep up your faith, and remain commited to God, your love for him will be purified and strengthened as a result of this trial. You will be making your way down that narrow path.
If you are going through such times, I would recommend Dark Night of the Soul by St John of the Cross.
2006-08-19 20:16:33 · answer #3 · answered by anabasisx 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably not.
Give him a Sabbatical.
Send him to one of the annual Summit Leadership Conferences organized by Willow Creek Association. (you can google them).
Cordially,
John
2006-08-19 21:37:42 · answer #4 · answered by John 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that would be dishonest. Why is s/he doing that type of work still? Does s/he believe in what s/he is saying? If not, then that person should stop. Misguiding people, especially about religion, isn't very nice.
2006-08-19 19:42:17 · answer #5 · answered by Mrs. Pears 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take a subatical and get yourself back together.
Let some of the other members step in to help.
2006-08-19 19:42:31 · answer #6 · answered by S.A.M. Gunner 7212 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm curious to know why you would ask a question like this? What do you know about some spiritual leader that is prompting you to ask this question?!
2006-08-19 21:01:49 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
He could become converted.
Christ told Peter that when he is converted strengthen the brethren (Luke 22:32).
He could do the same when he is converted.
2006-08-19 19:40:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
nothing. they give licenses for ministers and preachers and all sorts out like candy. my step dad got his minister license online. he can marry people, conduct baptisms, and preach i guess. but he is the most hypocritical person i know. good luck with your mission though.
2006-08-19 19:41:18 · answer #9 · answered by nicolea0329 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope. He needs to take a break and come back.
2006-08-19 19:45:29 · answer #10 · answered by wanderingcountryboy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋