Resources on holiness for pastors/elders?

[thistle93]

Hi! We all know that holiness is to be a virtue of all who call themselves followers of Jesus but this virtue seems to be especially important for those who are pastor/elder of a church since they can often have unique challenges/temptations. Any book, article and/or audio/video you know of that deals with holiness directed to pastors/elders? Thank you!

For his Glory-
Matthew

 

[Stephen L Smith]

Hi Matthew
I cannot say I am an expert in this area but I do have general recommendations which are highly relevant to pastors. I struggle with this area in my own life and I am often reminded by Dr Lloyd-Jones comments that pastors should read the Puritans for their personal edification and balance.

1. Paul's advice in 1 and 2 Timothy, and Titus is essential reading for any pastor
2. The Christian in complete Armour by Gurnall. A classic!
3. Holiness by JC Ryle. I would think any issue a pastor needs help on re holiness would be found there
4. Sin and Temptation by John Owen (Crossway publishes 3 works in 1).
5. Owens Spiritual mindedness goes nicely with Sin and Temptation
6 Keeping the heart by John Flavel. Also a classic.
7. Charity and its Fruits by Jonathan Edwards

Perhaps you were after something specific, but I think the above would be a great aid to pursuing holiness in the heart of any pastor.

As an aside, I personally think it is encouraging that pastors want to focus on holiness, especially when we see the problems with the Driscoll issue as discussed on another thread.

 

[joejohnston3]

Great stuff here and yes, read the Puritans and you will be amazed at the difference. God used them to transform my life!

Hi Matthew
I cannot say I am an expert in this area but I do have general recommendations which are highly relevant to pastors. I struggle with this area in my own life and I am often reminded by Dr Lloyd-Jones comments that pastors should read the Puritans for their personal edification and balance.

1. Paul's advice in 1 and 2 Timothy, and Titus is essential reading for any pastor
2. The Christian in complete Armour by Gurnall. A classic!
3. Holiness by JC Ryle. I would think any issue a pastor needs help on re holiness would be found there
4. Sin and Temptation by John Owen (Crossway publishes 3 works in 1).
5. Owens Spiritual mindedness goes nicely with Sin and Temptation
6 Keeping the heart by John Flavel. Also a classic.
7. Charity and its Fruits by Jonathan Edwards

Perhaps you were after something specific, but I think the above would be a great aid to pursuing holiness in the heart of any pastor.

As an aside, I personally think it is encouraging that pastors want to focus on holiness, especially when we see the problems with the Driscoll issue as discussed on another thread.

 

[SolaSaint]

The Holiness of God by RC Sproul.