Need a Pastor?

“There are so many churches without pastors today! Why are there so few pastors?”

“What’s wrong with the colleges and seminaries? They are not turning out pastors like they used to!”

The first comment and question is valid.

The second question and comment is what I want to address.

First of all, the issue is not solely with the colleges and seminaries. Yes, there are institutions of higher learning that have drifted in their emphasis on pastoral ministry, but there is a greater need.

Where should future pastors and missionaries come from? Without question, they should come from our homes and local churches. May I offer the following?

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