Episode 357: Six Excuses Leaders Use to Avoid Restorative Rest

According to an extensive Barna research study released in December 2022, 42% of pastors reported experiencing burnout. One of the key contributors to this mess is what we do for Jesus has become our core identity rather than a peripheral expression of who we are. That confusion can lead to overscheduling, overcommitting, and a chronic lack of rest. In today’s episode, we introduce the idea of restorative rest and unpack six common excuses leaders use to avoid it.