01/20/2026
Today marks the first day of my dissertation work for my doctoral degree. By Godโs grace, I will explore the depths of His Word and take a critical look into the problems that many pastors and ministry leaders face.
Here is my presented problem for the dissertation:
Ministry leaders are increasingly expected to lead strategic change in ministry contexts shaped by pragmatic success metrics, often without sufficient attention to personal spiritual formation. This pressure can lead to leadership fatigue, theological and relational compromise, erosion of pastoral integrity, and an inability to sustain faithful leadership over time.
I would appreciate prayer as I dive into this next season. Please pray that the Lord would guide me in my research as I seek biblically healthy solutions to these problems so many have faced in the local church.
For His glory,
Jared