This is certainly an awkward passage for a Pastor, but God appoints leaders. Every leader, let alone pastors, are accountable to God. How much authority does a Pastor have? Seeing the corruption of the church in recent years, how should a pastor influence his congregation? How does our culture's view of authority hurt the church? Does the tense of the verbs within this verse matter? Pastors fall under heavy responsibility. Are you praying for your pastor?

We hope you were blessed and challenged by the ministry of Calvary Baptist Church. Here at Calvary, we understand the power of prayer (Mark 11:24, Philippians 4:6-7) and would humbly ask you if you would be willing to pray for Calvary Baptist Church. Please pray that we would be faithful to the Lord and that we would be a beacon of bright light in this dark world. If the Lord would lead you to consider supporting Calvary financially you can follow the link below. Any gift, no matter how small, will be used to further the Lord's work.

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