Prepare Them to Shepherd: Test, Train, Affirm, and Send the Next Generation of Pastors (Practical Shepherding Series)

In Prepare Them to Shepherd, veteran pastor Brian Croft challenges local congregations to reclaim their vital biblical responsibility of testing, training, affirming, and sending future gospel ministers. Part of the Practical Shepherding series, this concise handbook provides senior pastors and elder boards with a step-by-step mentoring framework to discern spiritual callings, evaluate character qualifications, provide substantive ministry experience, and commission faithful leaders. Croft offers practical wisdom, pastoral sensitivity, and theological clarity to ensure healthy leadership succession within the church.