Christianity Today urges caution regarding Sound of Freedom. . "could inadvertently create more demand for trafficking children "
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A pastor and a priest are not the same thing. Technically all Christians are supposed to be proclaiming the gospel. Attending seminary doesnt make you a Levite.
What are the differences in your eyes
If pastors had to run a church as well as work a full time job we would literally have no pastors. much work goes into running a church if your a true biblical following pastor and care.
If anything most pastors don't make enough imo. Yes there are some that make a ridiculous amount. Sorry friend but I strongly disagree with your idea
The argument that Pastors shouldn't be paid is a disrespect to the whole group comprising the church. It's not that God and the Bible aren't easily understood on an introductory level It's that God and His Bible have a depth that requires years of study to well versed at. It's and ignorance and pride issue. A good man who walks in integrity and applies himself to study and practical delivery of the Word is priceless. If you want a novices' attempt at it you'll get what you pay for. It'd be like choosing to let the kids cook dinner a couple nights a week... you may get something out of it...
Bingo. That's why preachers / pastors are "sent" - that means they have both an internal calling to devote their life to explaining God's Word, but an external calling where competent, experienced peers can observe and evaluate that they are qualified for the undertaking.
Being earnest and enthusiastic is simply not enough. Just look at how much scripture twisting happens in online debates, bumper stickers, and highway billboards. The sheep need under-shepherds commissioned by the great Shepherd.
Wow really well said my fren. God bless u. Thanks for this!!
You're welcome fren. I'd like to add that if a group doesn't have the means then by all means possible they should do their best with what they have. It's just nonsense though to have such a low respect for the communication of God, when, if possible, that group can fund a man to be as learned and able as possible to convey God's Word. Why even worship a God you have such disregard for?