When a Pastor Has to Leave

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When a Pastor Has to Leave

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Feb 14, 2022

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Jimmy and Joe answer a listener’s question about when it is the right time for a pastor to leave his church. They get into the concepts of calling, gifting, motive, and the how to leave a church well.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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Feb 14, 2022

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