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The Challenge to Be Part | Confessions of a Pastor | Part 1 of 5 | Pastor John Hunter

In Part 1 of the Confessions of a Pastor series, Pastor John Hunter opens his heart and shares two personal confessions that shaped his calling, marriage, leadership, and understanding of biblical community. This message is not about shocking revelations or bashing the church. It’s an honest reflection on lessons learned over decades of ministry—especially the danger of isolation, masking pain, and trying to carry pressure alone. Through personal stories and the teaching of Hebrews 10, Pastor John reminds us that community isn’t optional—it’s God’s strategy for endurance. If you’ve ever pulled away when life got hard, struggled to belong, or felt discouraged trying to connect, this message is an invitation to take the mask off and truly be part. Key Highlights • Why isolation often comes from pain, not rebellion • How masking weakness quietly destroys spiritual health • Why Hebrews calls us to stay closer—not try harder • God’s design for community as protection and endurance • Why belonging doesn’t happen accidentally • The danger of slowly disappearing when life gets hard • How encouragement, connection, and spurring one another build resilience • Why leaders must connect before sharing ideas • The difference between good ideas and relational influence Key Bible Verses Hebrews 10:24–25 Ecclesiastes 4:9–12 Proverbs 27:17 Romans 12:4–5 Galatians 6:2 Acts 2:42 Reflection Questions 1. Where are you tempted to pull away when life gets hard? 2. Are you masking pain instead of inviting others into it? 3. What would it look like to stay connected even when uncomfortable? 4. Are you showing up with intention—or waiting for connection to happen naturally? 5. Will you commit to truly being part? Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction to Confessions of Pastor Series 03:54 – Pastor Confession 09:38 – Hebrews 10: God’s Strategy for Endurance 15:41– 1. Stay connected when life gets hard 17:57 – 2. Showing up with intention 24:15 – 3. Take time to connect before sharing ideas 36:36 – Challenge: Will You Commit to Being Part? 38:19 – Closing Prayer