Holy and Worn Out: For pastors hanging by a prayer and a Google Doc

Church hurt cuts deep. Sometimes the wounds come from those who were supposed to shepherd us, and sometimes they come from us as leaders. In this episode, we name the scars ministry leaves, whether from betrayal, manipulation, or abandonment, and we look honestly at what Scripture says about shepherds who abuse their role. You will hear both empathy for the wounded and clarity about the road forwa...

The Church is called to be a place of life, healing, and freedom, but sometimes the systems we build get out of balance. Busyness gets rewarded, family takes a backseat, and saying “no” gets labeled as unfaithful. Before long, leaders and volunteers are running on empty, convinced this is just what ministry demands. In this episode of  Holy & Worn Out , we’re unpacking what healthy boundaries...

Ministry is heavy — sermons, systems, sin, and sheep. And if we’re not careful, the weight we carry for the church will crush the life of Christ  in  us. In this episode of  Holy & Worn Out , Robbie gets real about the daily pressures of leadership and how to carry the load without burning out. You’ll learn how to take an emotional inventory so you can name what’s actually weighing on you, and...

Ever stood in the pulpit preaching hope…while quietly wondering if you still have any left? You’re not alone. In this honest conversation, we talk about what to do when you’re leading others to Living Water but feel spiritually dry yourself. Learn how to refill your well without faking it on Sunday, take practical steps toward soul health, and remember why dependence on Jesus, not performance is t...

If your theology says “God is in control,” but your calendar says “I am,” something’s off. In the first episode of Holy & Worn Out , Robbie starts Season 1 with a freeing reminder for every tired pastor: The church already has a Savior — and it’s not you. Through honest conversation, Scripture, and practical steps, we’ll explore: How ministry weight slowly creeps in and crushes you if unchecke...

You preached your heart out. You smiled in the lobby. You prayed with people. And now you’re sitting in your car… wondering how you’re supposed to do it again next week. In this raw and honest episode, Pastor Robbie reminds us that ministry is heavy — not because we’re doing it wrong, but because loving people is heavy. If you’ve ever felt tired, overwhelmed, or wondered if you’re the only one car...

In this first episode, Pastor Robbie introduces the heart behind Holy & Worn Out  — a podcast for church leaders who love the church but feel the weight of ministry. If you’re called, tired, and still showing up, this one’s for you.