I did not write these, and I took the liberty to edit two of them. Numbers 8 and 9. Believing that Pastors are called by God, not self chosen; which probably Cary Schmidt (who wrote these 20) would agree. At least I hope.
Here are twenty things I believe are true about most pastors I know. I hope you will work together with your pastor for the good of the gospel!
1. He loves God and you a lot. (Be mindful.)
2. He is a painfully limited human being. (Be realistic.)
3. He probably has a pretty low view of his “performance”. (Be kind.)
4. He wishes he were a better preacher. (Be awake.)
5. He really does want God’s best for you and your family. (Be open-hearted.)
6. His work knows no time or locational boundaries. (Be patient.)
7. He hears much more negative information than positive. (Be encouraging.)
8. He wass called to a vocation in which few remain. (Be praying.)
9. He has a highly leadership-intensive call. (Be lead-able.)
10. He needs help. (Be available.)
11. His God-given vision is bigger than himself and the church. (Be faith-filled.)
12. He wants to personally meet all the needs, but knows he can’t. (Be understanding.)
13. He’s going to say some dumb things every now and then. (Be forgiving.)
14. His family is patient with you, so be patient with them. (Be conscientious.)
15. He is greatly encouraged by your faithfulness. (Be there.)
16. He is passionate for God’s Word to be made practical to you. (Be hungry.)
17. He longs for church to be your spiritual oasis. (Be loving.)
18. He dreams for your and your family’s spiritual health. (Be receptive.)
19. He needs to hear that you prayed for him. (Be interceding.)
20. He’s just a regular guy. (Be real.)
