Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Checklist for selecting a Pastor



Below is a list of 10 things one should consider when selecting a Pastor.
(The author does not intend the pronouns "He" and "His" to be gender specific.)


  •        The word “Authority” is not in his vocabulary.
  •       He is a friend first and a Pastor second.
  •        His words encourage rather than discourage.
  •        He exalts Christ above himself.
  •       He leads by example.
  •     He is the first person you think of in times of crisis.
  •       He prefers teaching over preaching.
  •       He favors forgiveness over condemnation.
  •     His counsel is seasoned with grace.
  •    He is transparent. His motives are never veiled.