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June 25, 2025 41 mins
On this episode of The Disciple-Making Parent, we welcome Brian Croft to discuss the delicate balance between pastoral ministry and family life. We explore practical ways pastors can faithfully serve their church while prioritizing their spouse and children. Brian shares personal stories about adapting his parenting approach to meet each child's unique needs and how these family experiences have made him a more effective pastor. We discuss how receiving honest feedback from family members can improve preaching, and how explaining scripture to children helps create messages that connect with all ages. Brian also offers valuable insights on maintaining meaningful connections with children into adulthood and applying family leadership principles to church leadership.

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Resources From This Podcast
The Pastor’s Family, by Brian Croft
Practical Shepherding
Podcast episode: Marriage Panel: A Real Life Conversation and Encouragement
Sermons to Children, by J.C. Ryle
Managing Your Households Well, by Chap Bettis
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