Thesis: A pastor is a sinner, will let you down and is not any better than any other believer. Yet, the Bible does have very real qualifications for someone who would become a pastor in a local church.
ELDER VOTING IS NOT POLITICS * No "campaign" promises * No self promoting policies * Plurality of elders is important
ELDER PLURALITY BENEFITS * Wisdom and Direction * Accountability * Balance of gifts * Burden/Responsibility Sharing
PASTOR "MUST-BE's" * Above reproach, temperate, prudent, etc. * Recognized by church : (not perfect, but "known as") * Manage home well 9if not, can't manage church) * Faithful resource manager * Humble, not arrogant * Can't be controlled by things of world * Be a peacemaker, hospitable lover of good * apt to teach - variously apply gospel |