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Jun 28, 2025 /
Bobby Bosler

Carried by the Chief Shepherd

When the pressures of life and leadership start to weigh you down, there’s only one Shepherd strong enough to carry it all. In this episode, Bobby Bosler shares how a simple moment of surrender brought deep soul restoration. Whether you’re leading others or just trying to stay faithful, you’ll be encouraged to cast your cares on the One who truly cares for you.

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Episode Summary

In this deeply personal episode, Bobby Bosler reflects on a recent moment when the pressures of pastoral ministry weighed heavily on his soul. Drawing encouragement from 1 Peter 5, he shares how the Lord—our Chief Shepherd—met him in his weakness and restored his joy. This message is not just for pastors, but for anyone who finds themselves burdened while trying to follow God.

Topics Discussed

  • A fresh look at 1 Peter 5 from the perspective of a new pastor
  • The biblical call to “feed the flock of God”
  • How leadership can lead to personal anxiety
  • Casting your cares on Christ as an act of humility and faith
  • A powerful moment of personal soul restoration
  • Encouragement for teens to seek wisdom from those who’ve gone before
  • The universal need for dependence on the Chief Shepherd

Key Takeaways

  • True spiritual leadership flows from a willing, humble heart—not from obligation or control.
  • The weight of responsibility can become overwhelming—but it’s not ours to carry alone.
  • Jesus, the Chief Shepherd, not only cares for us, but actively lifts and restores our souls when we turn to Him.
  • Whether leading or following, every believer is called to humble dependence on the Lord.

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Bobby Bosler is director of Thee Generation and pastor of Fellowship Baptist Church in Fairmont, WV. He, his wife, Abi, and their four children traveled the country for 14 years in evangelism, reaching teens with the gospel and conducting revival meetings.