Dangerous Calling: Confronting the Unique Challenges of Pastoral Ministry Audiobook

" Every person in ministry should read this book! "

" This book will rip the pride in your heart to shreds and restore in its place God-given grace. Paul Tripp holds up the God of all grace as the One we should worship and stand in awe before. Tripp also shows how our sometimes subtle and other times blatant pride as pastors stands in the way of what we are trying to do. "

" A must read! Convicting, sobering, challenging, and comforting. What is this book really about? From the author, "It is a detailed exposition of what happens in the life of a person in ministry when he forgets to preach the same gospel that he gives to others." This books merits additional reads. "

" I found this book very helpful for those of us who have a heart for ministry. This book is an exposition of what happens in the life of a person in ministry when he forgets to preach to himself the same gospel that he gives to others. "

" This book is clearly a cri de coeur from Paul Tripp. It makes many excellent points about the real challenges that pastors face in their unique calling. One can only applaud his appeal for genuine humble service, diligent personal worship, and heartfelt study of God's Word (vs. impersonal academic study). However I wonder whether he overstates his case not only b/c he is needlessly repetitive but also b/c the title of the work can discourage potential students of the ministry and cause them to look elsewhere for their life's calling. At the end of the day, the ministry is a glorious calling rather than a dangerous one. And thanks be to God for that! "

" One of the best practical books I've read. Great for pastors and officers but lots of application for all ministers of the gospel (i.e. all Christians) within their own ministry context. "

" Pastoral ministry is fraught with challenges and pitfalls that threaten to damage the minister or disparage the name of Christ. Tripp wisely steers his readers to recognize some of these potential catastrophes, relying heavily (and quite honestly) on his own experience and struggles. Far from elevating pastors to a pedestal, churches should see their leaders as men who also need instruction and encouragement in their Christian life. A solid book, written with authority, humility, and conviction. "

" Awesome book, very practical and recommended for anyone in pastoral ministry. "

" Great book for Pastor's. Paul Tripp helps you to examine your ministry and the motivation for doing ministry. Many great reminders that Pastor's have to be careful of pit falls of pride. "

" The book is a must read for all involved in pastoral ministry, especially the senior leader. A lot of practical take away nuggets. The 4/5 stars is only because I'm not excited about Dr. Tripp's writing style. Otherwise highly recommended. "

" A great book on pastoral ministry. It took me a long time to finish it. There is so much to meditate on here. It is both honest and hopeful. And it continually points the minister to the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ. I would recommend every pastor read this book. "

" Best book I've ever read on the ministry. I probably need to read this each year. "

" Very good. Should be read by every pastor and elder. "

" One of the most honestly-written books I've ever read. Tripp bares his soul and in doing so exposes the heart and soul needs of so many pastors. This book convicted me, challenged me, and was a "painful blessing". I highly recommend it to anyone in pastoral ministry. "

" This is a must read for pastor's today. He addresses some crucial personal pitfalls in wonderfully painfully revealing ways. "

" As a pastor, I will say this is the best book I've ever read apart from the Bible. Incredible insight, practical advice and honest transparency. This book will help to examine your heart as you strive to shepherd those God has place in your care. "

" Great content. Only critique-the book seems to be written to a twitter audience. It is one of the only books of his that I've read where his writing style gets in the way of the message. "

" Wow ... I'm going to need to go through it again ... And maybe chapter 14 once a month. Must read for pastors and church leadership. "

" Pastors, please read this book and keep it's warnings close. This book is good in a painful, yet honest sort of way. I will need to reread on a regular basis. "