Nebraska District President Richard Snow shares the joys and challenges of serving as a DP, from walking with pastors and congregations to raising up the next generation of leaders. He reflects on conflict, communication, and why the future of the LCMS depends on deeper discipleship and greater trust in God’s Word. To learn more about the podcast or access the show notes, visit www.redletterpodcast.com.
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“The most important work I do is helping congregations find pastors. Seeing that partnership of the pastor and people begin is a joy.” – Richard Snow
“I spend far more time helping local congregations than dealing with national issues. The church’s life happens on the ground.” – Richard Snow
“We can’t walk together if we don’t talk together, and we can’t talk together if we don’t meet together.” – Richard Snow
“As Lutherans, we believe in the power of the Word, but less than 10% of our adults are in Bible study. That has to change.” – Richard Snow
“The gospel is not on defense—it’s on offense. The gates of hell will not prevail against it.” – Richard Snow
“Our attitude toward one another too often reflects the divisiveness of society rather than the unity Scripture calls us to.” – Richard Snow
“The circuit is the foundation of our walking together. That’s where real conversations and relationships happen.” – Richard Snow
“Change doesn’t happen in an instant. It comes through practice over time.” – Richard Snow
“Pastors need to get out of their people’s way and let the body of Christ fly.” – Richard Snow
Richard Snow’s Challenge of the Week
Do what you’ve been given. Instead of worrying about what others should be doing, identify one practice you need to put into action this week and start doing it.
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