There are internal and external forces that cause pastoral exhaustion. Temperament, beliefs, and (internal) preferences can cause excessive stress, leading to exhaustion. Circumstances, such as church size, growth rate, leadership, and (external) support structure, can also weigh. largely in the joy and longevity of a shepherd. Here are 30 internal and 15 external questions to ask yourself whether or not you’re heading for exhaustion.
If, after doing this little research, you are almost exhausted, consider asking your church for a gap year to rest and reflect, you can conclude that you do not have the combination of (internal) characteristics to be in the department. it can be concluded that there are things that can be adapted (external) to ensure a long ministry. In any case, our life must be marked by joy and not by tiredness.