Welcome! Join us this Sunday as Pastor Donald Patterson focuses on Titus 1:5-9. Pastor focuses on the importance of leadership in the church, specifically in the context of pastors. He discusses the qualifications and characteristics of a good leader, emphasizing the need for strong and respectable family life, good character, and a firm grip on the Bible and sincerely believing its teachings. The sermon also addresses the shortage of pastors and encourages prayer, recruitment, and support for those considering a career in ministry. We are urged to ask the question, 'Why not me?' and to consider the possibility of becoming a pastor. Let's continue to pray for our family members in Christ who are in ministry, wanting to pursue ministry, and those who may be thinking about it. Have a wonderful and blessed week!
Sermon study questions for Connect Group discussion, and for personal reflection:
In Titus 1:5, what reason did Paul give for leaving Titus on the island of Crete
Why would it be detrimental to a pastor's ministry if his marriage was in grave difficulty, or his children had a reputation of being wild?
Look at the list of vices in verses 7 and 8 that a pastor should avoid. Why would it be hard for a pastor with a quick temper to maintain his ministry?
If a church member had concern about a pastor, they think is no longer blameless, who should they reach out to for help?
How can we make sure that our pastors have a "white knuckle grip" on the Bible and its teachings so our churches are well served in their spiritual lives?"Sermon Only" and "Full Church Service" videos can be seen on Website, Facebook, Vimeo and YouTube. LINK for today's video.
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