Friday, March 30, 2012

Consider This...

"So guard yourselves and God's people. Feed and shepherd God's flock—his church, purchased with his own blood—over which the Holy Spirit has appointed you as elders. (Acts 20:28 NLT)

People's ministerial expectations are part of what kills (emotionally, spiritually, physically) many pastors. Christians forget that the pastor's primary job description is to "feed and shepherd God's flock" and to "guard" them from the "wolves" that will destroy them. Your pastor might be multi-talented and excessively energetic, but he still can't do everything people want him to do. Be patient and prayerful towards those that lead the church. Until you've walked a mile in their shoes you'll never fully understand the demands of ministry.