These guys are on the prowl folks, Trinity, do not just let them slither into another church to destroy. The third time is the trick, do what you must.
Search committees, continue to do your homework, do not simply believe this site or any other, call your potential pastor's previous churches, ask about the finances and the attendance, before, during, and after his departure. Do financial, legal, and criminal background checks. The Internet is not always the truth, but it can lead you to some solid sources. It is worth not rushing in, do not let some smooth talker worm his way in without you earnestly seeking out the truth about who the man really is. If he is truly God led, he will sit and wait on the Holy Spirit to lead and move. Faith is required, but God has given you the resources and the intelligence to NOT be stupid.
You search committees are not only there to seek out God's will, but also to protect the families He has put under your protection. Leaders in the church WILL be held to a higher standard, and that is not just the pastor. Are you listening, Sunday school teacher, deacon, youth worker, worship leader, children's worker, pastor search team, trustee? If you have been called to this role, then remember, you answer to the Almighty God, not man.
Be ware, wolves in sheep's clothing exist, just ask those in Byron, Starke, and now Southaven.
Sunday, June 12, 2011
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