
Sacred Privilege
The Life and Ministry of a Pastor's Wife
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Kay Warren
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Kay Warren
About this listen
Life as a pastor's wife offers meaningful opportunities to play a significant part in God's work, to witness and participate in the beauty of changed lives. Yet it also carries the potential for deep wounds and great conflict that can drain the joy out of service. Is it worth it? Oh, yes, says Kay Warren, wife of Pastor Rick Warren and cofounder of Saddleback Church. It is more than worth the risk - it's a sacred privilege.
Drawing on more than 40 years in ministry in every possible size church, Kay provides encouraging principles and life lessons, along with intimate personal stories, that will give listeners the confidence needed to lead and live well. Pastor's wives learn to
- Accept who they are
- Adapt to change
- Help their children survive and thrive
- Protect their private lives
- Deal with criticism
- Live with integrity
- Develop an eternal perspective
Whether she is excited, struggling, or feeling broken and tired, every pastor's wife will find hope and encouragement for their calling in Kay's warm and wise words.
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- Mrs. Guillory
- 12-18-18
a book for a book for all pastors wives
This is a very encouraging book for all pastors wives from every Walk of Life.
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- Mother of 3
- 11-19-22
life changing!!!!!!
Thank you woman of God. Your book blessed me and my ministry! praise Jesus for your obedience
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- Lusimba
- 05-30-18
Very real exposition
Loved the book and the narrator. Authentic and honest content and relatable experience of a PW's life.
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- Jerry C.
- 07-03-21
El mejor Libro
Love it..!!!
Me ayudó muchísimo, desde el primer capítulo hasta el Final
Soy esposa de un misionero.
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- Rosalyn S.
- 03-01-18
Amazing
I was thoroughly blessed by Kay's journey thus far and she has helped me in my own walk as a Pastor's wife, losing our 23 year of age son to a homicide and enduring all the joys and pains of life. Was a true blessing for me ...
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- Aida De Osorio
- 05-02-22
100% IDENTIFIED AND MOTIVADED
I totally identified with this message. I am pastor wife and could relate with all the experiences.
after listening to this book I am now more motivated to keep on serving Jesus in a sacrificial way.
thank you Kate. I totally understand every pain an ache. I also have a child with mental illness and I know what is like to serve the lord with pains in the heart.
thanks for writing this book.🤍🌷
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- Madelyn I. Vazquez
- 03-24-22
A Pastor’s Wife Must Read!
I happen to stumble across this book on my travels and as a new Pastor I was completely humbled and blessed to have had the opportunity to appreciate this book and am definitely adding it to my library. Kay Warren takes you on a journey where you will learn, cry and relate to the many phases and encounters of a Pastor’s Wife’s life. You learn through her journey with her personal family, as well as her Saddleback Church’s experiences. It’s a must read for all Ministry Wives.
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- Elton Jones II
- 12-14-17
Will Read this Every Year!
What made the experience of listening to Sacred Privilege the most enjoyable?
This was a phenomenal read! I was encouraged, challenged, and drew closer to God's presence through this read. As a growing woman in ministry and a mom of two small kids and a wife of a minister who is growing to be a pastor one day, this is a crucial novel to keep in my spirit as I grow. Thank you for this book!
What was one of the most memorable moments of Sacred Privilege?
Make a list of everything positive you find in ministry. Review it on days you want to quit.
Have you listened to any of Kay Warren’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
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Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
I felt deeply encouraged. My babies drain me, so it was so great to hear the encouragement.
Any additional comments?
Keep writing Kay!
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- Wildflower
- 08-28-20
Encouragement for my role
This book was so relatable and inspiring. I feel encouraged and determined to thrive in ministry for the long haul. Before this book my heart was discouraged and heavy from life in ministry but after I feel God’s urgency to continue the path he has set before me! Thank you Kay!
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- Carrie A. Turansky
- 03-05-18
Powerful Encouragement
This is a must read/listen for every Pastor's wife. Kay offered so much practical and godly wisdom. I loved hearing her read this book. That made it even more meaningful. Thank you, Kay!
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