09 February 2026
Coffee with The Pastor | Church Hurt, Control, and the Leadership Problem
Coffee with the Pastor
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“Jesus led by invitation, not manipulation.”
Whether you're a pastor, parent, teacher, or business leader, this conversation challenges you to reflect on how you're leading—and who you're truly following.
Today we revisit a pwerful and engaging conversation between Pastor Andy and Trent Haywood, Pastor of Hillcrest Baptist Church in Raeford, NC.
In this deeply personal and Scripture-rooted episode, Andy and Trent discuss the biblical difference between godly leadership and unhealthy control. Drawing from 1 Peter 5 and John 10, they reflect on how Jesus led by invitation, not manipulation, and why humility and authenticity are central to lasting spiritual influence.
Key Scriptures
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Whether you're a pastor, parent, teacher, or business leader, this conversation challenges you to reflect on how you're leading—and who you're truly following.
Today we revisit a pwerful and engaging conversation between Pastor Andy and Trent Haywood, Pastor of Hillcrest Baptist Church in Raeford, NC.
In this deeply personal and Scripture-rooted episode, Andy and Trent discuss the biblical difference between godly leadership and unhealthy control. Drawing from 1 Peter 5 and John 10, they reflect on how Jesus led by invitation, not manipulation, and why humility and authenticity are central to lasting spiritual influence.
Key Scriptures
- 1 Peter 5:1–4 – Shepherding without lordingJohn 10:27 – “My sheep hear my voice…”Matthew 20:25–28 – Leading through servanthoodGalatians 5:1 – Freedom in ChristEphesians 4:11–12 – Equipping the saintsJames 3:17 – Wisdom that brings peace
- Connect with West Fayetteville Baptist Church at wfaybc.netVisit Hillcrest Baptist Church in Raeford at hillcrestraeford.comListen to more episodes at Christian1057.com
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