As I began ministry decades ago, few people were talking about accountability. More are using that language today, but we still have much room for growth.
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Theological truths remain unchanged regardless of the date on the calendar, as do many ministry realities. The context surrounding Christians and churches, however, is constantly changing.
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Throughout the year, many men will receive an email or phone call from a pastor search committee, inviting them to consider a church position. The questions to consider are numerous, and the possibilities are vast. However, there are at least 11 criteria I recommend for evaluating a pastoral call.
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There seems to be a convergence of issues that could have a profound effect on churches in 2025. Frankly, I could name at least a dozen issues, but these five seem to be the most likely.
Church is messy. Spend only a few weeks in ministry leadership and this statement reveals itself to be true. A few years ago, I found myself dejected and discouraged, saying to the Lord, “I didn’t sign up for this.”
