This provocative volume unpacks the paradox that the very personal traits that drive individuals to succeed have an accompanying shadow side with potential to destroy a person once he or she is in a leadership position. The book helps readers recognize their dark side and take specific steps to overcome and prevent being blindsided by it. The pressures of ministry are such that many pastors spend their days off simply trying to recover.
Evidence suggests that pastors are moving or dropping out at an increasing rate.
Each chapter gives practicle suggestions, assessment tools or action steps to make freeing changes in life patterns. Dr. Martin observes that the only ay to escape the frantic treadmill of modern life is to step back and pause to enjoy God's greatest gifts. Written from a Pastor's perspective, it gives readers a freash insight on the joys, needs and struggles of these leaders. It also tells how we can strengthen the work of our local church by faithfully supporting their pastor.