Everyone goes through seasons when they need wise help. Sometimes we need help because of our circumstances; life in a fallen world has happened to us (Rom. 8:18-25). Sometimes we need help because of our own sin. Believers in Christ are still in-process of being transformed; we should expect a struggle between old sinful desires and our new life in Christ (Gal. 5:16-24; Eph. 5:26-27). Sometimes we need help because we’re confused and don’t know what to do next (James 1:2-5).

Regardless of why we’re struggling, stuck in sin, doubting, or confused, we weren’t designed to help ourselves. We need help from outside. We need God’s grace and his word. And the normal way he leads us to his grace and word is through other people. This is the tradition of pastoral care—where pastors and other leaders come alongside the hurting to provide loving, wise care and counsel.

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