Episode 84 - That Slow Drift | + Original Song "Drift"

Episode 84 - That Slow Drift | + Original Song "Drift"

From Pastors in Recovery by Jon Hammond

April 1, 2026 · 10 min · Season 3 · Episode 84

About this episode

This episode discusses the subtle drift away from God that can occur in ministry and offers hope for those feeling disconnected.

Episode 84 - That Slow Drift | + Original Song "Drift" What if you didn’t fall… what if you just drifted? In this episode of Pastors in Recovery, we talk about one of the most dangerous realities in ministry—the slow, almost invisible drift away from God. It doesn’t start with rebellion. It starts with distraction. Busyness. Fatigue. Numbing out. From King David staying home instead of going to war…to pastors today scrolling late at night, trying to find rest in all the wrong places—this episode exposes how drift really happens. Whether you’re a young pastor just starting out, raising a family in the middle years, or feeling the weight of decades in ministry… the truth is the same: Drift doesn’t care what stage you’re in. It happens quietly. It happens gradually. And in today’s world, it can happen faster than ever. But there is hope. If you’ve been going through the motions… if your fire has dimmed… if your time with God has become something you do for others instead of with Him… You haven’t fallen. You can come back. 🎵 Includes original song: “Drift” A late-night, driving reflection on losing focus—and finding your way back. If this podcast is helping you, consider supporting…

People in this episode

Host: Jon Hammond

Topics covered

  • spiritual drift
  • ministry challenges
  • finding focus
  • mental health
  • pastoral care

Keywords

  • drift
  • ministry
  • distraction
  • spiritual health
  • pastors
  • mental fatigue
  • original song

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