Authority to Serve

Because God gives the pastor spiritual and governmental authority in his church, this does not give him the right to dominate his flock. He is not their Lord—Jesus is. They are not his flock—they are God's flock.

Shepherd the flock of God among you, not under compulsion, but voluntarily, according to the will of God; and not for sordid gain, but with eagerness; nor yet as lording it over those allotted to your charge, but proving to be examples for the flock. And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory (1 Pet. 5:2-4, emphasis added).

Each pastor will have to give an account for his ministry some day before the judgment seat of Christ.

Additionally, in financial matters, a single pastor/elder/overseer should not act alone. If there is money being collected regularly or sporadically for any reason, others within the body should provide accountability so that there will be no mistrust regarding the handling of funds (see 2 Cor. 8: 18-23). This could be an elected or appointed group.

Provide a toilet for Makanka

Problem: Makanka is from Zimbabwe and she has Spina Bifida. Her family has a hole in their backyard they use for a toilet but it is too difficult for Makanka to use by herself.

Solution: An indoor Western-style toilet will allow Makanka to use the toilet by herself without injury.

Still Needed: $245. Any size
gift will help.

•     The Ministry Gifts
•     Were Some Ministry Gifts Only for the Early Church?
•     How do You Know if You are Called?
•     A Closer Look at the Office of Apostle
•     True and False Apostles
•     The High Rank of the Apostle
•     The Office of Prophet
•     The Office of Teacher
•     The Office of Evangelist
•     The Office of Pastor
•     Church Governance
•     Unscriptural Elders
•     The Plurality of Elders?
•     Authority to Serve
•     Paying Elders
•     What do Pastors do?
•     More Responsibilities
•     So What are Pastors Supposed to do?
•     The Office of Deacon