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Podcast: Bucky Kennedy Podcast
Episode: BONUS EPISODE! Calling vs. Career
Description: In a culture quick to spotlight pastors who fall, what does it take to finish ministry faithfully? Bucky sits down with longtime friends Dr. James Merritt and Dr. Frank Cox. Drawing from decades of pastoral experience, they have an honest conversation about surviving the grind of ministry, maintaining integrity, and remembering the difference between a career and a calling. They also share practical wisdom on social media, mentoring, and staying rooted in one church through hard seasons. If you’re serving in ministry or considering the call, this conversation will encourage you.