Being a leader in a church, whether a pastor or staff member, can be a fulfilling yet challenging experience. Sometimes the challenges become unexpected struggles causing the church leader to experience discouragement. Family members of these leaders also struggle in the ministry. Pastors' wives and their children often experience times of discouragement and disillusionment with church life. When this takes place, the church body needs to pull together and work to encourage one another. In Esteem Them Highly the author takes a close look at some of the most common forms of discouragement in the church for pastors, staff and their families. He provides numerous practical suggestions for how to be an encourager to each group. By putting these suggestions into practice, your church will experience a renewed energy and excitement among its leadership and their families.