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LAST UPDATE 5/27/24 (Removed 2, Added 2)

BESIDES PASTORS, SOME OF THE CHURCHES LISTED NEED SCHOOL TEACHERS, YOUTH PASTORS ETC.

TO CHURCHES LOOKING FOR A PASTOR or WORKER

In today’s society, it is very important that you check out the background of any prospective church worker including a pastoral candidate.   Pedophiles know where to find children, ungodly men know how to abuse authority.  False accusations due occur, but from experience in running this database for the past 17 years or so, we need to be more careful than ever.  Do all that you can to protect your children.  One of the qualifications for a pastor is:

OF GOOD BEHAVIOR-GOOD REPORT

(Webster’s 1828: Behaviour, it expresses external appearance or action)  A pastor must both have manners in his actions, speech, and dress.  The Scriptures themselves can be offensive enough without the man of God being offensive in his actions, speech, and dress.  A man’s coworkers, neighbors, acquaintances will know if this is true.  How does a man treat his neighbors?  How does a man treat the normal person around him.  If he has a bad name (a rightfully earned one), he should not pastor.  Is he a consistent hugger (he SHOULDN’T be!)? Does he take liberties that a man in his position should not take?  There are many warning signs check them out!  These are things that are very important for us to check out.

(1 Corinthians 7:1   Now concerning the things whereof ye wrote unto me: It is good for a man not to touch a woman.  Proverbs 6:29  So he that goeth in to his neighbour’s wife; whosoever toucheth her shall not be innocent.  Genesis 20:6  And God said unto him in a dream, Yea, I know that thou didst this in the integrity of thy heart; for I also withheld thee from sinning against me: therefore suffered I thee not to touch her.  Ruth 2:9  Let thine eyes be on the field that they do reap, and go thou after them: have I not charged the young men that they shall not touch thee? and when thou art athirst, go unto the vessels, and drink of that which the young men have drawn.  Psalm 112:5  A good man sheweth favour, and lendeth: he will guide his affairs with discretion.  Proverbs 5:20 And why wilt thou, my son, be ravished with a strange woman, and embrace the bosom of a stranger?  Proverbs 11:22  As a jewel of gold in a swine’s snout, so is a fair woman which is without discretion.)

This is a clear admonition to Do a background, neighbor, former church check-up (This is for folks that are considering a man they do not know)!  These positions MUST be held to higher standards to protect the flock and the children in the flock. The list for the Biblical qualifications for a pastor are listed below the church listings.  PLEASE READ THEM!

ANOTHER CONSIDERATION

The men that send their resume’s to churches are praying over that contact.  If you know somebody is not going to be considered for the pastorate you have listed, please let them know.   You do not have to tell them the reason, but do let them know that you are no longer considering them.  This is a proper thing to do (decently and in order!).

WARNING FOR PREACHERS SEEKING A PASTORATE

This admonition comes from a Like minded preacher of 30 plus years in our Lord’s service:

“Warn the pastoral candidates about the unscrupulous ways of many churches not following the biblical principles in regard to Pastors. After serving some 30 years in nine churches, I can assure you that some churches get exactly what they bargain for.  I have worked honestly and fervently to build churches and always try to help them find a suitable pastor when I leave. However many churches seem to desire the liberals over honest and sincere administrations and preaching.

I have never taken a church solely on it’s pay package, but I have pastored small and poor as well as wealthy and large churches. The people make the church not just the Pastor, if their hearts are honest with God, He will bless and care for the church. A bad pastor is a large part of the failures but the people are the consideration as well. Many want God to keep the preacher humble and they strive to keep him poor.  Most churches I speak to are looking for just an honest preacher, others want a trained lap dog.

Preacher, make sure it is God’s will!”

If you find a church that has filled the listed position,

PLEASE let me know.  

NEWEST LISTINGS ARE ON THE TOP

(P.S. If you require a certain salary,  DON’T TAKE OR LOOK FOR A PASTORATE TILL YOU GET YOUR HEART RIGHT WITH GOD! If you don’t meet the qualifications for a pastor listed in Timothy & Titus wait until you are qualified.  If you cannot meet the qualifications, God has not called you to the pastorate)

NEEDS YOUTH PASTOR

KJB

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH

620 E 2ND St

CLARENDON TX 79226

(806) 690-7028

pastorshipman@gmail.com

SS 930,SM 1030,SN 5,W 7

We are a growing church in a rural community setting.  God has blessed our church. We are having people saved and baptized.  We are excited. We have remodeled our auditorium. We have additional remodeling planned. Contact Pastor Shipman for more information.

NEEDS ASSOCIATE PASTOR

PASTOR JAMES MONTORO

KJB

PIONEER VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH

265 PONDERS HOLLOW RD

WESTFIELD MA 01085

Our current Assistant Pastor has been with us for six years, but feels God is calling him to pastor. So, we are seeking a new Assistant Pastor to join our team as our church continues to grow and expand. Our church uses only the King James Bible and believes in conservative, Biblical music and dress standards. Compensation includes a full-time salary and a 1-bedroom apartment on the church property.

Responsibilities: Lead and participate in the soulwinning and outreach ministries. Direct and oversee the teen group and children’s ministries and activities. Serve alongside our Senior Pastor in teaching and discipling. Assist the Pastor in weekly administrative tasks. Oversee the maintenance of the property and buildings.

Qualifications: Must possess the qualities outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:7-9, exemplifying strong Christian character. Two years of ministry experience is preferred. Musical ability is a plus.

If you are interested in this position, please send a resume and a written personal testimony to pvbc.ma.pastor@gmail.com.

YOUTH PASTOR IN MISSISSIPPI

Must exclusively use the KJB.  Go soulwinning every week & lead the youth each week to do the same. Both husband and wife would have to teach in the Church’s school.  Provided is a brand new 2 bedroom apt.  It would help if you are musically inclined singing in the choir and specials in church.  Our church is in it’s 51st year and the mother of all independent Baptist churches in the area and have no desire of going contemporary.  If that is your style, you should not apply. As far as standards of dress, you would have already surrendered to a high standard without drawing attention to your body with either tight or revealing clothing. Serious inquiries only please. A daily walk with God is the most important of all the characteristics of our future youth Pastor, rising early each day to seek the LORD. Isaiah 55:6 “Seek ye the LORD while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near. “

Send Resume to: wishiwereindixie@icloud.com

NEEDS PASTOR

Seeking a bio-vocational pastor. Flat Brook Baptist is a hymn singing, old fashioned Baptist church that averages 12-15 in attendance. Est. in 1793, this historic church is located in beautiful rural, upstate NY and is debt-free, but does not have a parsonage. You can read more about this church on their website: www.fbbc.webs.com. If you are interested, candidates should submit a resume to: fbbccanaan@gmail.com.

CURRENT PASTOR BILL ERICKSON

FLAT BROOK BAPTIST CHURCH

PO BOX 175

13091 SR 22

CANAAN NY 12029

(518) 821-8859 CH

http://www.fbbc.webs.com     fbbccanaan@gmail.com

SS 10,SM 11,SN 6,W 7

(9/12/23)

NEEDS SCHOOL TEACHER & ASSISTANT PASTOR

KJV, blended music, no body’s camp, and defiantly not Calvinist. We need a 7/8th grade teacher ( preferably a woman)  right away and I am also looking for an assistant to mentor for transition in about 4 years. This individual should be prepared to be bi vocational.

PASTOR DR TONY KOHOUT (36 YEARS)

KJB

BUFORD ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH

819 BUFORD RD

RICHMOND VA 23235

(804) 320-2734 CH     (804) 323-0176 HM

http://bufordroadbaptistchurch.com     brbc@ix.netcom.com

SS 945,SM 1045,SN 6,W 7

BUS,AWANA,SENIORS

BUFORD RD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY,GRADES 1-12, ACE

BUFORD RD BIBLE INSTITUTE

ASSISTANT PASTOR WANTED

HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH

SANDERSVILLE GA

population 5000 plus. No other Independent Fundamental Baptist King James Bible Only churches in Washington county of 22,000. Lord willing, may eventually become the senior pastor within three to five years. Send interest with brief background, resume,  and testimony to evangelisthaller@gmail.com (478) 357-1194.

NEEDS PASTOR

KJB

LOWER FALLS BAPTIST CHURCH

PO BOX 786

ST ALBANS WV 25177-0786

11910 COAL RIVER RD

(304) 727-4888 CH

http://lowerfallsbaptist.org

SS 10,SM 11,SN 6,W 7

PASTOR NEEDED

KJB,WIBF,GIBF

HARVEST BAPTIST CHURCH

PO BOX 4455

TUMWATER WA 98501

1522 4TH AVE E

OLYMPIA WA 98506

(360) 951-3143 CH

http://hbctumwater.com

Small congregation seeks Pastor or Intentional Interim Minister to guide them on the next leg of their journey. We are conservative/fundamental in our preaching and singing services. Changing this is protected in our Constitution. We are Closed Communion; not close or open. We have good assets towards a fresh and successful restart.  A great place for military minded individuals as Joint Base Lewis McChord is just a few miles away.

Send info to

Pulpit Committee

Harvest Baptist Church

P O Box 4455

Tumwater Wa 98501

NEEDS PASTOR

KJB

BRIGHTON BAPTIST CHURCH

PO BOX 463

30 PARADIS MOUNTAIN RD

ISLAND POND VT 05846

(802) 723-4800 CH

SS 10,SM 11,SN 6

NEEDS PASTOR

KJB, UNAFFILIATED

ANCHOR BAPTIST CHURCH

1726 E 17TH ST

SCOTTSBLUFF NE 69361

(308) 632-6046 CH

https://www.facebook.com/AnchorBaptistSB

SS 10, SM 11, SN 6, W 7

CHRISTIAN SCHOOL TEACHER - COUPLE

Looking for a couple that could come and the wife work immediately in the school with the husband to take over as Adminstrator within a few years.

PASTOR TIM GENGARELLA

KJB, UNAFFILIATED

NORTH STONINGTON BAPTIST CHURCH

PO BOX 25

5 ROCKY HOLLOW RD

NORTH STONINGTON CT 06359

(860) 535-0208 CH

http://www.northstoningtonbaptist.com     pastor@northstoningtonbaptist.com

NEEDS PASTOR

Smaller congregation in rural South Georgia seeking the man God has to lead them.

Send resume to 3rdstreetbaptist@bellsouth.net

THIRD STREET BAPTIST CHURCH

310 N 3RD ST

CORDELE GA 31015  

(229) 273-5344

NEEDS SONG DIRECTOR/PIANIST/BUS MINISTRY

PASTOR  CHRIS BALL

KJB

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH

1411 SCHOOL ST

COLUMBIA TN 38401

(931) 398-0143 CH

http://calvarybaptist-church.weebly.com

We are praying that God will send the us the folks we need to compliment the ministry. We are old fashioned, independent, fundamental, KJV, traditional music. The areas of need are as follows: Music Ministry including Piano and the Bus Ministry. For more information, contact us at

cherokeecreek1@gmail.com, or

feel free to mail a resume and doctrinal statement.

(3/28/22)

PRINT SHOP WORKER/REPRESENTATIVE

We are looking for a retired/retiring preacher/pastor/missionary that is like minded in faith and practice to travel to churches and present the printing ministry of our church trying to bring in monthly support or paper offerings so we can print and distribute more of God’s Word free of charge to missionaries/church planters. When not traveling, there are plenty of opportunities to work and labor with our church family in many areas of our ministry.

We are a congregation of 125 people. We love the Lord and seek to serve Him in all that we do. We use the KJV only. We are looking for someone who has been called into the ministry by God. There are a lot of opportunities for growth and we believe you will find our church God honoring, friendly, and family oriented.

Contact Pastor Lane Stockton for more information.

KJB,UNAFFILIATED, TRADITIONAL, CONSERVATIVE MUSIC

LOCK HAVEN BAPTIST CHURCH

ORLANDO FL 32824

http://www.lockhavenbaptist.org

(407) 851-5420 CH

Pastorlhbc@yahoo.com

(3/28/22)

MUSIC/YOUTH WORKER

We are a  congregation of 125 people.  We love the Lord and seek to serve Him in all that we do. We use the KJV only.  We are looking for someone who has been called into the ministry by God. There are a lot of opportunities for growth and I believe you will find our church God honoring, friendly and family oriented.

Contact Pastor Lane Stockton for more information.

KJB,UNAFFILIATED, TRADITIONAL, CONSERVATIVE MUSIC

LOCK HAVEN BAPTIST CHURCH

ORLANDO FL 32824

http://www.lockhavenbaptist.org

(407) 851-5420 CH

Pastorlhbc@yahoo.com

NEEDS PASTOR

KJB

BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH

1225 HALLWOOD DR

MOREHEAD KY 40351

(606) 784-2649 CH

http://www.bbcmorehead.org

SS 10,SM 11,SN 6,W 7

TEXT SERMONS & STUDIES ONLINE

NEEDS PASTOR

KJB, HYLES

OAKLAND BAPTIST CHURCH

22035 890TH AVE

ALBER LEA MN 56007

5 MILES WEST OF AUSTIN

SS 930 SM 1030

(507) 460-0228 CELL

OAKLAND BAPTIST SCHOOL

(3/5/22)

PART TIME ASSOCIATE PASTOR

We are a small congregation (75 people).  We love the Lord and seek to serve Him in all that we do. We use the KJV.  We are looking for someone who has been called into the ministry by God. There are a lot of opportunities for growth and I believe you find this church as one of the friendliest and family oriented.

Contact PASTOR JOE MARTIN for more information

KJB,UNAFFILIATED

BASEHOR BAPTIST CHURCH

PO BOX 294

3714 N 155TH ST

BASEHOR KS 66007

(913) 724-1743 CH  (816) 853-4222 CELL

http://www.basehorbaptist.org     joemartin1293@gmail.com

SS 10,SM 11 THEN LUNCH,SN 1,W 6

SOULWINNING, DISCIPLESHIP

FT LEAVENWORTH 15 MILES

NEEDS FULL TIME PASTOR

INTERIM PASTOR STEVEN WIRICK

KJB, TRADITIONAL MUSIC

ABILENE BAPTIST CHURCH

5601 HARTFORD ST

ABILENE TX 79605

(325) 267-4937 CH

SS 945, SM 1045, SN 6, W 7

MILITARY OUTREACH TO DYESS AFB

(11/29/21)

NEEDS PASTOR

Please contact current Pastor Keith Phemister

KJB,UNAFFILIATED

LIGHTHOUSE BAPTIST CHURCH

321 DERRY RD

HUDSON NH 03051

(603) 883-8800 CH

http://www.hudsonlighthouse.com

SS 10,SM 11,SN 6,W 730

BUS, TEEN SERVICE ON WED, PATCH THE PIRATE CLUB FOR KIDS, NEW CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP CLASSES, NURSING HOME SERVICES

NEEDS PASTOR

INTERIM PASTOR DALE COFFEY

KJB

MARANATHA BAPTIST CHURCH

PO BOX 4346

GLEN ALLEN VA 23058-4346

PHYSICAL ADDRESS

3506 MAYLAND COURT

RICHMOND VA 23233

(804) 855-4581 CH

http://www.mbcrichmond.com

NEEDS PASTOR

KJB

LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH

909 DARTMOUTH AVE

FIRCREST WA 98466

(253) 476-1807 CH

NEEDS PASTOR

KJB

VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH

PO BOX 493

3173 HUTTON RD

OAKLAND MD  21550

(240) 321-1640 CH

NEEDS YOUTH DIRECTOR, FULL TIME PAY, PARSONAGE INCLUDED

PASTOR MALCOLM HARRISON

KJB

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH

703 GILLESPIE RD

PALESTINE TX 75802

(903) 729-5924 CH     (903) 373-1690 CELL

(903) 724-7122 HM

http://www.calvarybcpalestine.com

Pastorharrison48@gmail.com

SS 10,SM 11,SN 6,W 7

We are an old paths Fundamental Independent King James Bible believing Church. We are currently seeking a full time Youth Director / Minister. This local New Testament church is a Christ exalting Holy Spirit led praying church with a sweet spirit, precious saints with a family oriented atmosphere which we are careful to protect.  The young man we are seeking must be married and settled on the Fundamentals of the Faith. We are looking for God’s man and that will be contingent upon a call of God and a spirit filled life. The Biblical qualifications of a pastor [1st Timothy 3 and others] are required and not negotiable. Because of the inherent  risks, temptations and liabilities involved, we require a married man whose wife is in agreement and compliance with the applicable standards. Those who feel prayerfully led may contact the pastor to begin the careful and prayerful process of discussions regarding our expectations and requirements. Those who are not teachable and humble in spirit need not apply. If you have an earring / pony tail don’t bother. If your wife wears a bikini to the beach don’t bother. If you’re not really King James Bible only – at all times personal & public don’t bother.

NEEDS PASTOR

Prayerfully seeking a pastor to feed the flock of God. Our new pastor should be a “text-driven” preacher, who can expound God’s Word verse by verse to us. NOTE: We are a small church (less than 20 in attendance), so our new pastor will either need to be bi-vocational, or willing to simultaneously pastor another small IFB church nearby (which is also without a pastor). Please contact Deacon Rick Deardorff for more information at: Richarddeardorff62@gmail.com. PLEASE ATTACH YOUR RESUME WITH ANY INQUIRY, SO WE WILL KNOW A LITTLE ABOUT YOU BEFORE WE RESPOND.

KJB

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH

100 S BRADY ST

ATTICA IN 47918

(765) 764-4400 CH

SS 945,SM 1045,SN 6,TH 7

(8/30/19)

YOUTH PASTOR NEEDED

We are an independent Baptist church that stands upon and adheres to the Fundamental Doctrines of the Faith once delivered to the saints. We Teach and Preach from the 1611 Authorized King James Bible.

There is a great need here for a Youth Pastor who can invest themselves in the youth program. We are looking for a husband and wife team to work with our young ladies and young men.

If you are interested, please feel free to contact us and send a resume to gospelpreacher19@yahoo.com

PASTOR TODD TAYLOR

FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH

1439 HWY 19 N

PERRY FL 32347

(850) 584-2980 CH

NEEDS PASTOR

KJB

FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH

28 FELLOWSHIP DR

FAIRMONT WV  26554

CONTACT BRO. TALBOT @ 304-933-1354

norwaybound7@yahoo.com

WE ARE A SEPARATED CHURCH IN A CITY OF 18,000, CONSERVATIVE DRESS, MUSIC,

BUS MINISTRY, CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, RADIO MINISTRY, PARSONAGE

MUSIC MAN OR COUPLE NEEDED

We are looking for a piano player, or a couple that is, musically, talented. We are looking for someone who has experience with hymns and gospel songs. I am musically trained, but it is time to hand this off to someone else who has the ability to continue training our choir. We are King James only, and definitely not looking to go contemporary, with our music. I have pulled music from hymnals like, the red back church hymnal, songs and hymns from the heart, soul stirring songs and hymns, mull's singing convention, etc. Those interested can contact me either by email or phone. My cell number is 916-412-0606. My email is vbcsayre@gmail.com

PASTOR ADAM HATFIELD

KJB

VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH

221 ELMER ST

SAYRE PA 18840

(570) 888-2237 CH

https://www.facebook.com/valleybaptistsayrepa     vbcsayre@gmail.com

NEEDS PASTOR

KJB

LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH

7 N MAIN ST

LIBERTY NY 12754

Contact: BUCKLEY ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH

PASTOR DAN or TRAVIS SMITH (315) 457-0570

SS 945,SM 11,SN 6,W 7

I Personally visited this location (5/7/19) and went door-knocking for the church.  Great potential.

People in the community are friendly, and open. Parsonage and Church, all paid for.

SEEKING BI-VOCATIONAL ASSISTANT/YOUTH PASTOR

PASTOR JOE MARTIN

KJB UNAFFILIATED

BASEHOR BAPTIST CHURCH

3714 NORTH 155TH ST

BASEHOR KS 66007

(913) 724-1743 CH

(816) 853-4222 - Cell

http://www.basehorbaptist.org     joemartin1293@gmail.com

(2/23/19)

SEEKING FULL TIME ASSISTANT

Most immediate needs are children’s ministry, outreach, office management, and bookkeeping.

Starting annual salary is $25,000.

Email resumes to aaiken12@yahoo.com

Pastor’s Cell: 864-420-0231

PASTOR ANTHONY AIKEN

KJB,WCBC,PCC

BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH

4401 S 25TH ST

FORT PIERCE FL 34981

http://biblebaptistfp.com     biblebaptistfp@gmail.com

SEEKING ASSISTANT PASTOR

PASTOR SHAWN CUTHBERTSON

KJB

LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH

8454 HWY 79 S

PINE BLUFF AR 71603

(870) 879-5415 CH

http://www.libertypinebluff.com     broshawn7291@gmail.com

FULL TIME CHILDRENS DIRECTOR

KJB

GREENWOOD VILLAGE BAPTIST CHURCH

20300 CYPRESSWOOD DR

HUMBLE, TX

Contact Pastor Richard Skinner at rskinner1855@gmail.com. Church website is

http://gvbc.church

(8/7/18)

LOOKING FOR BIBLE TEACHER

KJB,INDEPENDENT

TEMPLE BAPTIST CHURCH

15975 MARTIN RD

ROSEVILLE MI 48066

Looking for a young couple to join with us.  Would need to teach a Wednesday night adult bible study.  Also looking for a song leader for Sunday Morning services.  Paid positions.  For more information please contact Kurt at 330-990-2821 or tbcofroseville@yahoo.com.  

http://www.tbcofroseville.org

(8/6/18)

NEEDS YOUTH PASTOR/MUSIC DIRECTOR

PASTOR BOB DEGG

KJV ONLY, UNAFFILIATED, FUNDAMENTAL

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH

1961 WINDTHORST RD

WICHITA FALLS TX 76301

(940) 766-2016 CH

kjvthumper1960@outlook.com     (972) 523-1736 CELL

NEEDS PASTOR

KJB

NORTH CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH

PO BOX 511

5430 S 1900 W

ROY UT 84067

(385) 264-2368 CH

http://www.ncbcutah.com

SS 10,SM 11,SN 6,TH 7

KINGS KIDS

JUST OUTSIDE OF HILL AFB

NEEDS PASTOR

KJB

LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH

799 E US HWY 160

LAMAR MO 64759

(417) 537-0105 CH

http://www.libertylamar.org

SS 10, SM11, SN 6, W 6

AUDIO SERMONS ONLINE, SOULWINNING - DISCIPLESHIP

(4/10/18)

BOYS HOME NEEDS WORKERS

We are looking for a single or married couple to help out in a boys home. We are small with room to grow but need help. This is a small paided position with a place to live. Jobs duty involve teaching ace school and helping out in our church and everyday activities. This is not a lock down facility. These boys just need some direction in life. If God has called you into a ministry like this then we would love to hear from you. Thanks. The Joshua home. (417) 674-0525

PASTOR GARY WIGGINS

KJB

GRACE BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH

14991 GOLDFINCH RD

NEOSHO MO 64850

(417) 310-2042 CH

http://www.gracebbchurch.com     gbbc1611@yahoo.com

SS 10,SM 11,SN 6,W 7   

NEEDS MARRIED YOUTH PASTOR

PASTOR TODD TAYLOR

KJB

CURRENT RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH

PO BOX 385

HWY 142 E

DONIPHAN MO 63935

(573) 996-4021 CH

http://www.currentriverbaptistchurch.com     gospelpreacher19@yahoo.com

SS 930,SM 1030,SN 6,W 7

We stand upon and adhere to the Fundamental Doctrines of the Faith once delivered to the saints. We Teach and Preach from the 1611 Authorized King James Bible. There is a great need here for a Youth Pastor who can invest themselves in the youth program. We are looking for a husband and wife team to work with our young ladies and young men. At this time the position would be Bi-Vocational, with a small salary and a two bedroom trailer in which to reside. If you are interested, please feel free to contact us and send a resume to our email.

(8/28/17)

NEEDS PASTOR

KJB

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH

324 N GRANT ST

BROOKFIELD MO 64628

SS 930,SM 1030,SN 630,W 7

BUS,YOUTH,TEENS

We are a traditional, conservative, debt free Baptist church with a small congregation and a limited budget located in north central Missouri. We have a beautiful building which seats 110 , a fellowship hall equipped  with a  complete kitchen, pastors study and secretary’s  office.  The church owns a parsonage and a rental home, both on church property.  Brookfield is a town of 4500 located on a major highway (US 36).  We are 100 miles from Kansas City and 90 miles from Columbia, Mo. We have a Wal-Mart, a hospital, four mid sized factories as well as a very good school system.  We need a energetic individual who can help our church grow and who can preach and teach the work of God as it is written in the Holy Bible.

Contact:

 gracebaptist1950@gmail.com     

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

PASTOR SCOTT KENNEDY

KJB, UNAFFILIATED

VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH

PO BOX 645

1202 STATE ST

BOWLING GREEN KY 42101

(270) 734-1768 CH

http://www.vbcbg.org     victoryinbg@gmail.com

https://www.facebook.com/VictoryBaptistChurch

SS 945,SM 11,SN 5,W 7

Are you looking for a church in which your family can serve? Prayerfully consider us. We are a growing congregation with a focus on reaching our city with the Gospel, but the laborers are truly few.  There are several opportunities for service to the Lord. We need help in every area of church ministry including: soulwinners; preachers for the jail, nursing home, and a Spanish ministry; Sunday School teachers; bus workers; adult shuttle bus help; college and career ministry (Bowling Green is home to Western Kentucky University, 26k+ students); junior church workers; musicians; cleaning; audio/visual department; ladies' ministries; helpers; helpers; helpers. Bowling Green is the 3rd largest city in Kentucky and has plenty of job opportunities and housing options. Feel free to contact Pastor Scott Kennedy, victoryinbg@gmail.com or to learn more about us visit www.vbcbg.org and Facebook.com/victorybaptistchurch.

(8/28/17)

PASTOR NEEDED

Very small baptist church in southern oregon is praying for a pastor. This is a bi-vocational position. We are very active in our community. If interested,

PLEASE RESPOND BY EMAIL

KJB

ILLINOIS VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH

PO BOX 6

102 S REDWOOD HWY

CAVE JUNCTION OR 97523

(514) 592-6149 CH

http://www.illinoisvalleybaptistchurch.org     ivbaptistchurch@gmail.com

SM 1030,W 7

(7/24/17)

FULL TIME YOUTH PASTOR NEEDED

We are an independent, Baptist church that has a desire to win souls for Christ and to teach and train believers. We are a very conservative church in our Scripture (we only use the KJV), separation, and music. We are praying that the Lord will send us a godly couple of strong character and who have servants’ hearts that will love our young people and lead them as described in Eph. 4:11-15 and reach unsaved teens for Christ. It is our desire for the youth pastor to lead our teens in loving the Lord with all their heart and a desire to serve Him. The youth pastor would also have the opportunity of teaching the teens at least twice each week, preparing monthly youth activities (both for fellowship and outreach) and seeing a vibrant youth ministry grow under his leadership. The responsibilities of the youth pastor also include filling the pulpit on occasion, assisting in the ministry, teaching one Sr. High Bible class in our Christian school and giving direction in our Bus ministry. If you should desire to contact me for more information regarding our need, I would look forward to hearing from you.

PASTOR GLENN STEVENSON JR

KJB

FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH

28 FELLOWSHIP DR

FAIRMONT WV 26554

(304) 363-2765 CH     (304) 366-2244 HM

http://fbcwv.us     stevensonjr1@aol.com

SS 10,SM 11,SN 7, W 730

MP3 AUDIO SERMONS ONLINE, TEENS, CHILDRENS CLUBS, RADIO, MISSIONS

CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL,K5-12

(7/24/17)

CHRISTIAN SCHOOL TEACHER NEEDED

Calvary Christian School is a ministry of our church and has been in operation for 49 years.

We are an independent, Baptist church that has a desire to win souls for Christ and to teach and train believers. We are a very conservative church in our Scripture (we only use the KJV), separation, and music.  We have traditional classrooms and have combined grades.  In our elementary we have a K4/K5 class, a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade class, and a 4th, 5th, and 6th grade class.  We are praying for a godly teacher with a servant’s heart to teach our combined grade classroom of 1st through 3rd grades.  This is a full time position.  If you should desire to contact us for more information regarding our need, we would look forward to hearing from you.  You can reach Mr. David West, principal at the church/school at 304-363-2765/304-363-8008 or by email at wdwest1@frontier.com.

PASTOR GLENN STEVENSON JR

KJB

FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH

28 FELLOWSHIP DR

FAIRMONT WV 26554

(304) 363-2765 CH     (304) 366-2244 HM

http://fbcwv.us     stevensonjr1@aol.com

SS 10,SM 11,SN 7, W 730

MP3 AUDIO SERMONS ONLINE, TEENS, CHILDRENS CLUBS, RADIO, MISSIONS

CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL,K5-12

(7/24/17)

NEEDS PASTOR

KJB

INDEPENDENT FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH

PO BOX 34

208 E 4TH ST

WAYNE NE  68787

(402) 369-1469 CELL

SS 10, SM 11, SN 6, W 730

6/12/17

CHRISTIAN SCHOOL TEACHERS NEEDED

 Both High School as well as Elementary School teachers.  A small salary would be available, but these would be bi-vocational positions or someone that has another means of income; working another job after school hours, retirement, spouse working another job etc... Immanuel Christian School Roscommon, MI.  Please only serious inquiries request more information at office@immanuelbaptistroscommon.com  

PASTOR DAVID HANSEN

KJB

IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH

2794 W MAPLEHURST DR

ROSCOMMON MI 48653

(989) 275-4363 CH

http:://immanuelbaptistroscommon.com     immanuelbaptistroscommon.com

SEEKING A PASTOR TO PREACH THE WORD AND LEAD THE FLOCK

KJB, UNAFFILIATED,

ANTRIM BAPTIST CHURCH

4509 LOVEJOY RD

BYRON MI 48418

TRADITIONAL MUSIC

SOUL-MINDED, MISSION-MINDED

(517) 223-3126 CH     (517) 223-9841 HM (DEACON)

http://www.antrimbc.com     antrimbaptist@gmail.com

(4/3/17)

NEEDS ASSOCIATE PASTOR/YOUTH WORKER

PASTOR GEORGE BARBOUR

KJB, UNAFFILIATED

BEREAN BAPTIST CHURCH

429 SUNAPEE ST

NEWPORT NH 03773

http://www.bereanbaptistnh.com     Geomarr@iamnow.net

SS 10, SM 11, SN 13, W 7

BUS, SOULWINNING, TAPE, WOMENS LUNCH AFTER SM

JUST NORTH OF RUGER FACTORY

TEXT SERMONS ONLINE

SMALL CHURCH ABOUT 60;  KJV ONLY; TRADITIONAL WORSHIP. GOOD PLACE FOR A YOUNG MAN/FAMILY JUST START OUT. QUESTIONS CALL DEACON DOUG CARPENTER (603) 863-2833

NEEDS ASSISTANT PASTOR (Bus & Jr Church Director)

PASTOR KEVIN STEVICKS

KJB,HYLES

FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH

PO BOX 478

BUSINESS HWY 79

BEARDEN AR 71720

He would be bus director, jr church director. It would be part time salary. We are an old fashion King James, Soul winning, traditional, standards, missions hearted, church! Please don't call if your lazy, but if you care about souls being saved and life's being changed, then please call (870) 807-0598

(3/6/17)

NEEDED MARRIED COUPLE MINISTRY HELP

Independent Baptist Church seeking a married couple who will serve as workers in the ministry. We are a sold out soulwinning KJB Baptist Church.  This is an unpaid position

PASTOR DR CARL E CARLSON

KJB,UNAFFILIATED

FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH

1405 W PIONEER DR

IRVING TX 75061

(972) 253-1967 CH

http://www.fbcirving.com

SOUWINNING, SEPARATED, FUNDAMENTAL

HOME OF NORTH TEXAS BAPTIST SEMINARY

NEEDS YOUTH PASTOR

Current River Baptist Church, in Doniphan Missouri, is looking for a Youth Pastor and wife. We are an independent Baptist church that stands upon and adheres to the Fundamental Doctrines of the Faith once delivered to the saints. We Teach and Preach from the 1611 Authorized King James Bible.

There is a great need here for a Youth Pastor who can invest themselves in the youth program. We are looking for a husband and wife team to work with our young ladies and young men.

If you are interested, please feel free to contact us and send a resume to gospelpreacher19@yahoo.com.

PASTOR TODD TAYLOR

KJB

CURRENT RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH

PO BOX 385

HWY 142 E

DONIPHAN MO 63935

(573) 996-4021 CH

http://www.currentriverbaptistchurch.com     gospelpreacher19@yahoo.com

SS 930,SM 1030,SN 6,W 7

(9/5/16)

NEEDS PASTOR

KJB,UNAFFILIATED

AMAZING GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH OF SOUTH POINT

PO BOX 260

NAALEHU HI 96772-0260

MEETS SUNDAY AT KAU LEARNING ACADEMY, 94-1581 KAULUA CIR

MEETS WEDNESDAY IN HOMES

http://www.ibi.website/agbc    agbc@ibi.website

SM 10, W 7

(1/23/17)

NEEDS BI-VOCATIONAL YOUTH PASTOR

PASTOR PAUL FREDERICK

KJB

CORNERSTONE BAPTIST CHURCH

3561 BOONE STREET RD

SALEM IL 62881

(618) 548-1547 CH     (618) 339-2598 HM

pastor@cornerstonesalem.com

http://www.cornerstonesalem.com

We are currently seeking a bi-vocational Youth Pastor. Bus and music experience helpful but not necessary. Perfect for a younger couple who would like real "hands-on" learning in ministry. Will hopefully become full-time as the church grows. Will help with moving expenses. Employment is plentiful.

NEED YOUTH PASTOR (CURRENTLY PART TIME)

Seeking a couple who have been called of God to work with the young people and teenagers of today.

We have a few good teenagers that are faithful but from time to time become discouraged due to a lack of that one special person who is dedicated to working with them without being responsible for other areas in the ministry that the pastor and associate pastor are responsible for.

Our situation is that we are not able to bring a youth leader on in a full time capacity at this time but we can pay them some each week.

If you know of anyone that would be willing to be a bi vocational youth leader have them get in touch with myself.

We are an Independent, Fundamental, Missionary minded, Pre Tribulation, KJV Baptist Church.

Out beliefs and doctrinal stand is one our web-site

PASTOR VANCE CATLIN

HARMONY BAPTIST CHURCH

6008 W KNIGHTS GRIFFIN RD

PLANT CITY FL 33565

(813) 986-7165 CH

http://harmonybaptistpcf.com     http://www.facebook.com/pages/Harmony-Baptist-Church/250211226984

SEEKING A PASTOR TO HELP PLANT A CHURCH IN IOWA

We seek to start a church described by the terms: Bible-believing, fundamental, independent, Baptist, separated, soul-winning, KJV, conservative sacred music, traditionally-styled hymns, “so much the more”, and non age-segregated (just to name few).  Please contact Michael Grismore:  thegrismores@outlook.com

For a detailed letter of who we are and what we expect and our goals for the ministry.  As a forthright challenge to the quick responder…it should be noted that, in our previous church plant, something like 130 men sent letters, emails, and resumes…but I would suggest that fewer than 10 of them were remotely of the same mind in the whole of what was conveyed in the search letter.

YOUTH WORKER NEEDED

We have great need of a spiritually qualified young man or a young couple to work with our youth.  Currently this will need to be bi-vocational.

PASTOR DENNIS GRIMES

KJB

SEMPRONIUS BAPTIST CHURCH

6500 FRAZIER RD

MORAVIA NY 13118

(315) 496-2245 CH     (315) 496-2410 HM

SemproniusBaptist@verizon.net

SS 945,SM 11,SN 2,W 630

HOME SCHOOLERS, PATCH THE PIRATE PROGRAM

THERE ARE MANY MORE CHURCHES ON THIS WEBSITE THAT DON’T HAVE A PASTOR LISTED.  I DO NOT KNOW IF THEY HAVE A PASTOR, THEY MAY OR MAY NOT, WORTH CHECKING OUT IF YOU HAVE A BURDEN FOR A SPECIFIC AREA.  JUST GO TO EACH STATE AND DO A SEARCH FOR THE CITIES YOU ARE INTERESTED IN CHECKING OUT.

The following is a sermon that I prepared a few years back and thought I would share it.  I do realize not everybody holds the positions that I uphold in this message, but this is my convictions that I hold according to the Word of God.  I do have friends in the ministry that do not hold to all these positions, and all the churches listed in this database may not hold to all these positions.

PASTORAL QUALIFICATIONS,  A MUST FOR THE PASTOR!

(P.S. These are not the websites qualifications, these are the qualifications as set by God Almighty in His precious and perfect Word - if you have any arguments, don’t sent them to me, speak to Him!)

Word Biblical Word Study of Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9

The qualifications of a pastor are important.  All of these come with time.  Some cannot be acquired due to  events in a man’s life that disqualifies him.  It is important to understand the qualifications how God intended them.

MUST BE  “”

“Must Be” is easily seen as imperative and binding, it is a command from the highest authority.

The same Greek word is used referring to what Jesus must do in order to pay-in-full the gift of eternal life:  Acts 17:3, Opening and alleging, that Christ must needs have suffered, and risen again from the dead; and that this Jesus, whom I preach unto you, is Christ.)

Matthew 16:21  From that time forth began Jesus to shew unto his disciples, how that he must go unto Jerusalem, and suffer many things of the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and be raised again the third day.

The qualifications listed are not good things for a pastor (or any mature Christian man) to have, these are necessary qualifications a man must have to qualify for the pastorate and to maintain the pastorate once he is called to it. God unequivocally lays down what a man MUST BE taking all the guess work and human reasoning out.  Please remember, this is the qualifications of the Pastorate, not the Sunday School teacher, not the Usher, not the Evangelist, but the Pastor.  (Some of these same qualifications do however belong to the deacons).

I.  MUST not BE’s: Negative DISQUALIFICATIONS For The PASTOR

A.  Must not be SELF-WILLED

“”

The pastor cannot be a man that seeks his own desires, but one whose concern is for the happiness of the flock so they will multiply, and thus please the owner of the flock:

Samuel 17:34-35  34 And David said unto Saul, Thy servant kept his father’s sheep, and there came a lion, and a bear, and took a lamb out of the flock: 35 And I went out after him, and smote him, and delivered it out of his mouth: and when he arose against me, I caught him by his beard, and smote him, and slew him.  Ephesians 6:6  Not with eyeservice, as menpleasers; but as the servants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart;).  A man that has not reproduced sheep is not yet fit to pastor (a soulwinner, not just growing by transfer’s and trades from another man’s flock).  Luke 8:14  And that which fell among thorns are they, which, when they have heard, go forth, and are choked with cares and riches and pleasures of this life, and bring no fruit to perfection.   James 4:3  Ye ask, and receive not, because ye ask amiss, that ye may consume it upon your lusts. John 15:8  Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be my disciples.  One of the things that have crept into Baptist (Non-Protestant) churches today is the Presbyterian (Protestant) doctrine of Calvinism (TULIP-Sovereign Grace). This is a doctrine of self-willed men, not God willed men:  2 Peter 3:9  The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance. This doctrine thwarts God’s will as it stifles the soul-winning mandate that a man of God should have.  This is even more disconcerting when considering the history of persecution by John Calvin against Bible Believers (Baptist) and also against those that did not believe at all:

Calvin on Baptist:  “...all that filth and villainy...mad dogs who vomit their filth against the majesty of God and want to pervert all religion. Must they be spared?” (Oct. 16, 1555).  Calvin hated the Anabaptists and called them “henchmen of Satan.” And he said: “Anabaptists and reactionists should be alike put to death.” Four men who disagreed with him on who should be admitted to the Lord’s Supper were beheaded, quartered, and their body parts hung in strategic locations in Geneva as a warning to others.  He burned Michael Servetus (for rejecting infant baptism and for denying Christ’s deity). Calvin wrote, “One should not be content with simply killing such people, but should burn them cruelly.”

Acts 2:47  Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added

to the church daily such as should be saved.  Notice, God didn’t say, “As many as were elected,” but as many as “should be saved.” Once they are saved, they become the elect.  You don’t become an elected official until you are given the office.  You cannot force anybody into an elected office!

B.  Must NOT BE soon ANGRY

“”

A man that is quick to jump to bad conclusions is not qualified for the pastorate:  James 1:19  Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:  Jesus was angry at certain things but He responded in the right way (or righteous way):  John 2:15-16  15 And when he had made a scourge of small cords, he drove them all out of the temple, and the sheep, and the oxen; and poured out the changers’ money, and overthrew the tables;  16 And said unto them that sold doves, Take these things hence; make not My Father’s house an house of merchandise.  The pastor is not to be any different, he must respond appropriately or he will develop a skittish, nervous, untrusting flock.  1 Peter 3:13  13 And who is he that will harm you, if ye be followers of that which is good? 14 But and if ye suffer for righteousness’ sake, happy are ye: and be not afraid of their terror, neither be troubled; He cannot afford to be a grudge holder or bitter about things that have or are happening to him.  Romans 12:19  Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

C.  Must NOT BE given to WINE

“”

The clear instruction here is that a man is not even supposed to use intoxicating drink as a beverage. The Bible warns the kings:  Proverbs 31:4-5  4  It is not for kings,

O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes strong drink: 5 Lest they drink, and forget the law, and pervert the judgment of any of the afflicted.  The Bible warns the priests and prophets: Isaiah 28:7  But they also have erred through wine, and through strong drink are out of the way; the priest and the prophet have erred through strong drink, they err in vision, they stumble in judgment.  The Bible reminds us, as a born again believer, we are the Kings, priest & prophets:  Revelation 1:6  And hath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father; to Him be glory and dominion

for ever and ever. Amen.  Mark 16:15  ... Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.  The pastor should never be in the position where his judgment and decisions at home or at church are impaired due to things he puts in his body.

E.  Must NOT BE a STRIKER

“”

Revelation 8:12  And the fourth angel sounded, and the third part of the sun was smitten, ... A man should not be prone to pushed to a point where he strikes out with physically violence during disagreements. A man needs to have the ability to assess the situation and react in a productive way. A man should not be reactionary, he must assess situations and decide the best route of resolve.  Luke 6:29  And unto him that smiteth thee on the one cheek offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloke forbid not to take thy coat also.  Acts 23:3  Then said Paul unto him, God shall smite thee, thou whited wall: for sittest thou to judge me after the law, and commandest me to be smitten contrary to the law?  1 Corinthians 8:12  But when ye sin so against the brethren, and wound their weak conscience, ye sin against Christ.

F.  Must NOT BE a BRAWLER

“”

A Pastor needs to lead people to be peacemakers among the sheep, not leading them to be contentious.  Colossians 3:21  Fathers, provoke not your children to anger, lest they be discouraged.  2 Timothy 2:24  And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient, A man that looks for fights cannot have an effective ministry to the flock.  A man that teaches others to look for a fight is not fit to pastor.  Fear of God and chastisement is important, but terror should not be part of the ministry.  Titus 3:9  But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, and strivings about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain.

G.  Must NOT BE GREEDY nor COVETOUS of FILTHY LUCRE

“”“”

A man that covets wordly things of that which he has not will be prone to impropriety with money and or possessions.  He can never feed the flock of God as he should because his pursuits are not for them, but himself. His messages, plans and pursuits will be geared towards this end of self-gratification.  2 Timothy 4:3  For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; 1 John 2:15-16  15 Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him.  16 For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world.  If the main concern of a pastoral candidate is the money or paycheck, it is a clear sign that he is not willing to trust God to meet his needs.

II.  MUST BE’s: Positive QUALIFICATIONS for the PASTOR

A. MUST BE TEMPERATE

“”

This word means to have dominion over; having control over.  It is the quality of self-control.  1 Peter 4:11  If any man speak, let him speak as the oracles of God; if any man minister, let him do it as of the ability which God giveth: that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be praise and dominion for ever and ever. Amen. A man needs to be Strong and masterful in self-control in all areas of life.  This is what the pastor needs to be able to protect his people.  This is occurs with a rightly prioritized and balanced Christian life.  A shepherd must carefully plan the paths of his flock.  He cannot take off running at the sight

of a wolf or lion or make over corrections in hind sight.  Ephesians 4:14  That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive;  Matthew 23:4  For they bind heavy burdens and grievous to be borne, and lay them on men’s shoulders; but they themselves will not move them with one of their fingers.

B.  MUST BE BLAMELESS as the STEWARD

1.  BLAMELESS

“”

The man seeking to be a pastor cannot be in the process of ironing out his problems, they should already be ironed out.  Luke 1:6  And they were both [Zacharias & Elisabeth] righteous before God, walking in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord blameless.  Philippians 2:15  That ye may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world;

2.  As The STEWARD

“”

Clearly the pastor must realize first that it is not his congregation or work but God’s.  He must also correctly preach and teach God’s word -- the way God intended.  A pastor must be able to use God’s word in discerning spiritual matters and also in physical matters pertaining to the sheep.  Until a man is able to do this he is not qualified to pastor.  This would include an above-board life and finances.  He should show a pattern of sound business practices.  Luke 12:42  And the Lord said, Who then is that faithful and wise steward, whom his lord shall make ruler over his household, to give them their portion of meat in due season?  1 Corinthians 4:1 Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God.

C.  MUST BE a LOVER OF and GIVEN TO HOSPITALITY

“”

A man must love people, this is a requirement.  A pastor should desire to have church members over as guests (invited or uninvited), this is his ministry:  Galatians 6:10  As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.  He should have a genuine concern for all peoples and have a desire to help them.  He also however must love the stranger and be hospitable to them too.  1 Peter 4:9  Use hospitality one to another without grudging.  Matthew 25:35  For I was an hungred, and ye gave Me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave Me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took Me in: For a flock to grow, they must learn fellowship from the pastor.  Acts 2:42-46  42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.  43 And fear came upon every soul: and many wonders and signs were done by the apostles.  44 And all that believed were together, and had all things common;  45 And sold their possessions and goods, and parted them to all men, as every man had need. 46 And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart,  Romans 12:10  Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; The pastor needs to spend more time with the sheep and less time with those out of the flock.

D.  MUST BE VIGILANT

“”

The man of God needs always to be on guard, scripturally proving what he and others pertaining to the ministry are doing.  He needs to be cautious, prudent, and watchful in the protection of the sheep entrusted to him.  2 Timothy 4:5  But watch thou in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, make full proof of thy ministry.  A pastor needs to see the symptoms of the sheep and step in and deal with the problems before they get out of hand.  A pastor needs to be aware of that which is affecting the flock from outside the flock and deal with those problems quickly as well.  He must know when the whole flock needs an inoculation (preaching) and when individuals in the flock need an inoculation (individual correction).  He must exercise church discipline when it is needed.  Hebrews 12:11  Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby.  A true pastor will be very hesitant to believe in something IF it is possible for SATAN to counterfeit it.  He will be on guard to the extent that he will occasionally have to caution people about their beliefs or their experiences.  Isaiah 8:20  To the law and to the testimony: if they speak not according to this word, it is because there is no light in them.  2 Corinthians 7:9-10  9 Now I rejoice, not that ye were made sorry, but that ye sorrowed to repentance: for ye were made sorry after a godly manner, that ye might receive damage by us in nothing.  10 For godly sorrow worketh repentance to salvation not to be repented of: but the sorrow of the world worketh death.

E.  MUST BE a LOVER of GOOD MEN

“”

He needs to recognize the signs of the type of person wanting the individualized attention to obtain greater things in the Christian life.  2 Timothy 2:2  And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also.  A pastor needs to know who to appoint to what position.  Who to give authority too, who to place his trust in for the better care of the flock.  A pastor needs to be able to surround himself with good men both inside and outside the church.  A pastor needs outside counsel and fellowship of other pastors:  Proverbs 11:14  Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.  Proverbs 15:22  Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.  1 Kings 12:6-13   6 And king Rehoboam consulted with the old men, that stood before Solomon his father while he yet lived, and said, How do ye advise that I may answer this people?  7 And they spake unto him, saying, If thou wilt be a servant unto this people this day, and wilt serve them, and answer them, and speak good words to them, then they will be thy servants for ever.  8 But he forsook the counsel of the old men, which they had given him, and consulted with the young men that were grown up with him, and which stood before him: 9 And he said unto them, What counsel give ye that we may answer this people, who have spoken to me, saying, Make the yoke which thy father did put upon us lighter?  10 And the young men that were grown up with him spake unto him, saying, Thus shalt thou speak unto this people that spake unto thee, saying, Thy father made our yoke heavy, but make thou it lighter unto us; thus shalt thou say unto them, My little finger shall be thicker than my father’s loins.  11 And now whereas my father did lade you with a heavy yoke, I will add to your yoke: my father hath chastised you with whips, but I will chastise you with scorpions.  12 So Jeroboam and all the people came to Rehoboam the third day, as the king had appointed, saying, Come to me again the third day.  13 And the king answered the people roughly, and forsook the old men’s counsel that they gave him;  Leviticus 19:32  Thou shalt rise up before the hoary head, and honour the face of the old man, and fear thy God: I am the LORD.

F.  MUST BE SOBER

“”

A pastor needs to be a man of balance not going off on tangents.  He needs to calmly look upon each situation and measure it according to Scripture.  He needs not to be swayed by feelings nor by other outside controlling factors such as drugs or alcohol or “popular” opinion.  Titus 2:2  That the aged men be sober, grave, temperate, sound in faith, in charity, in patience.  1 Corinthians 14:20  Brethren, be not children in understanding: howbeit in malice be ye children, but in understanding be men.  The sober man is not under the control of external influences, he is not given to excesses; he knows his limits.  Thus he is able to keep his fellow-Christians within the proper bounds of the Law, both in his preaching and counseling.  1 Corinthians 6:12  All things are lawful unto me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any.

G.  MUST BE JUST

“”

A man must be a fair man.  He must seek correct judgment.  Psalm 82:2  How long will ye judge unjustly, and accept the persons of the wicked? Selah.  He must be able to look at both sides of an issue and come up with the just solution:  John 7:24  Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment.  A man can have his favorite friends, but he must not let his judgment be clouded because of them.  Colossians 4:1  Masters, give unto your servants that which is just and equal; knowing that ye also have a Master in heaven.  James 5:16  Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.  Psalm 25:9  The meek will He guide in judgment: and the meek will He teach his way.  Proverbs 19:28  An ungodly witness scorneth judgment: and the mouth of the wicked devoureth iniquity.  Proverbs 21:3  To do justice and judgment is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice.  Proverbs 24:23  These things also belong to the wise. It is not good to have respect of persons in judgment.  John 5:30  I can of Mine own self do nothing: as I hear,

I judge: and My judgment is just; because I seek not Mine own will, but the will of the Father which hath sent Me.  John 7:51  Doth our law judge any man, before it hear him, and know what he doeth?  Acts 7:35  This Moses whom they refused, saying, Who made thee a ruler and a judge? the same did God send to be a ruler and a deliverer by the hand of the angel which appeared to him in the bush.

H.  MUST BE HOLY

“”

This is a man’s fellowship with God.  A man must needs be consecrated to God, set apart for His use.  This is the one element that determines how good of a conduit of  God’s power a man will be.  1 Timothy 2:8, I will therefore that men pray every where, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting.  1 John 2:4-6, 4 He that saith, I know Him, and keepeth not His commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in Him.  5 But whoso keepeth His word, in him verily is the love of God perfected: hereby know we that we are in Him.  6 He that

saith he abideth in Him ought himself also so to walk, even as He walked.  If a man has no communication with God, The Chief Shepherd, the care of the flock will grievously suffer.

I.  MUST BE HOLDING FAST the FAITHFUL WORD

“” “” “”

A man must have his faith in the Word of God as completely inerrant and unable to be improved upon at all.  If his faith is not complete in this area how will he be able to guide the flock in God’s will?  Matthew 6:24, No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.  The Bible claims it is perfect, the man must hold that it is perfect (not that it was prefect!).  1 Thessalonians 2:13,  For this cause also thank we God without ceasing, because, when ye received the word of God which ye heard of us, ye received it not as the word of men, but as it is in truth, the word of God, which effectually worketh also in you that believe.  A man when asked, “Where is the perfect Word of God?”  Should be able to hold up and show you a perfect copy:  Psalm 12:6-7, 6 The words of the LORD are pure words: as silver tried in a furnace of earth, purified seven times. 7 Thou shalt keep them, O LORD, Thou shalt preserve them from this generation for ever.

In the English pastorate, it can be easily proven that this is the KJV because it is the only Bible with the Textus Receptus and the Masoretic Text underlying it. If a man cannot hold up a Bible and say it is the perfect word of God without error, what is his authority?  He is his own authority by his own interpretation (or any other man’s interpretation), the Bible warns against that!:  2 Peter 1:19-21, 19 We have also a more sure word of prophecy; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a light that shineth in a dark place, until the day dawn, and the day star arise in your hearts:  20 Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private interpretation.  21 For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.  It was not just perfect in the originals, it still is perfect today, and it will be forever!

J.  MUST EXHORT

“”

A pastor must be able to encourage the flock to serve God and do right through all adversities and persecutions.  He must help the hurting to heal and to encourage the faithless to have faith.  Romans 12:1, I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.  1 Thessalonians 3:2, And sent Timotheus, our brother, and minister of God, and our fellowlabourer in the gospel of Christ, to establish you, and to comfort you concerning your faith:  2 Corinthians 1:4, Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.  A man should have a spirit of encouragement, not a spirit of a defeatist.  He needs to have the spirit of a team captain, leading them to believe in victory no matter the odds:  Romans 8:31, What shall we then say to these things?  If God be for us, who can be against us?  1 Corinthians 15:55-57, 55 O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory?  56 The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the law.  57 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.  Philippians 4:13, I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.  1 Samuel 17:29, And David said, What have I now done? Is there not a cause?  Exodus 32:26, Then Moses stood in the gate of the camp, and said, Who is on the LORD’s side?  Let him come unto me.  And all the sons of Levi gathered themselves together unto him.

K.  MUST HAVE GOOD BEHAVIOUR & A GOOD REPORT

“”“”

A man must have manners in his actions, speech, and dress.  The Scriptures themselves can be offensive enough without the man of God being offensive.  How a man treats his neighbors, coworkers, acquaintances will show his true behaviour and report.  When a man has earned a bad reputation (a truly earned one), he is disqualified as pastor.  A man should not be a consistent hugger of the opposite sex.  Does a man take liberties that a man in his position should not take?  There are many warning signs, we need to check them out:  1 Corinthians 7:1, Now concerning the things whereof ye wrote unto me: It is good for a man not to touch a woman.  Proverbs 6:29, So he that goeth in to his neighbour’s wife; whosoever toucheth her shall not be innocent.  Genesis 20:6, And God said unto him in a dream, Yea, I know that thou didst this in the integrity of thy heart; for I also withheld thee from sinning against me: therefore suffered I thee not to touch her.  Ruth 2:9, Let thine eyes be on the field that they do reap, and go thou after them: have I not charged the young men that they shall not touch thee? and when thou art athirst, go unto the vessels, and drink of that which the young men have drawn.  Psalm 112:5, A good man ...  will guide his affairs with discretion.  The Ability to Avoid words, actions, and attitudes which will result in undesirable consequences.  Proverbs 5:20, And why wilt thou, my son, be ravished with a strange woman, and embrace the bosom of a stranger?  This is a clear admonition to Do a background check by checking with neighbors & former places of employment (This is a must for folks that are considering a man they do not know)!  This position MUST be held to higher standards to protect the flock and the children in the flock.

H.  MUST NOT BE A NOVICE

“”

This does not mean that he has to have previously been a lead pastor!  But he must be proven as a leader.  Although David the boy was not a “pastoral” candidate, he was a candidate for authority.  He was the only true warrior and leader in the group including the people chosen King Saul. A leader must be proven:  1 Samuel 17:36, Thy servant slew both the lion and the bear: and this uncircumcised Philistine shall be as one of them, seeing he hath defied the armies of the living God.  This does not mean that he has to have a formal college education.  None of the first pastors of the church did, and even Jesus wouldn’t meet that qualification.  You can have a formal education, but it is NOT a qualification, experience is!  Jesus had the traits a true leader needs, and that is a servant’s heart.  If a man has not a servant’s heart even with knowledge of the Word of God, he is a novice, he hasn’t learned the first requirement of leadership:  Luke 22:26, But ye shall not be so: but he that is greatest among you, let him be as the younger; and he that is chief, as he that doth serve.  1 Peter 5:5, Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.  Age is not a sign of a novice.  A young man with a family can meet these qualifications.  The question is how godly is he, how much of the Word of God does he know and practice.  How long has the person been saved, and how mature are they in their salvation.  1 Timothy 4:12, Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.  2 Timothy 3:15,  And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.

I.  Must be HUSBAND OF ONE WIFE-HIS OWN HOUSE, HAVING HIS CHILDREN:

a.  Must be a HUSBAND

ανεpιληpτον

The gender clearly shows God’s command that the pastor must be a man.  A lady cannot be the husband.  It also clearly says that a pastor must be married not single.

1 Timothy 2:12  But I suffer not a woman to teach, nor to usurp authority over the man, but to be in silence.  1 Corinthians 11:3  But I would have you know, that the head of every man is Christ; and the head of the woman is the man; and the head of Christ is God.

b.  Must have one wife

mιας γυναικος

Is there more than one God, no, what does God mean by one here?  He means one.

Romans 3:30  Seeing it is one God,...

There are not three Gods that agree as one, it is one God that is three!

Hebrews 10:10  By the which will we are sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all. Romans 5:1  Therefore as by the offence of one judgment came upon all men

to condemnation; even so by the righteousness of one the free gift came upon all men unto justification of life.

What does one mean in these verses?  One man caused it, One man ended it.  No other meaning.  A pastor must not have been divorced and remarried.  To do this according to Scripture is adultery

1 Corinthians 7:39  The wife is bound by the law as long as her husband liveth; but if her husband be dead, she is at liberty to be married to whom she will; only in the Lord.

Luke 16:18  Whosoever putteth away his wife, and marrieth another, committeth adultery: and whosoever marrieth her that is put away from her husband committeth adultery.

Divorce also breaks many of the other pastoral qualifications listed in the Scriptures.  This also clearly does not by Scriptural implication mean a man cannot have a deceased spouse and then remarry and pastor.  This is still one wife.  A pastor cannot fully understand the love Christ has for His bride the church, if he has not had his own bride.  This is not a concept a man that has always been single can fully understand.  The Bible is clear on this and that is why the commandment is given.  Some single men out of context use this verse:

1 Corinthians 7:7  For I would that all men were even as I myself.  But every man hath his proper gift of God, one after this manner, and another after that.

Paul was not dealing with men that have been called to the pastorate in this verse.  Paul was an evangelist, traveling from place to place.

1 Corinthians 7:8  I say therefore to the unmarried and widows, It is good for them if they abide even as I.

The context of this passage is to those that have lost a spouse for a reason, not to those that have not been married at all.  These are they that have had the benefits of marriage but have now been taken away from those benefits.  No Scripture can prove a pastor does not have to be married, the pastoral qualifications are too clear.

c.  Must have CHILDREN IN SUBJECTION-RULETH WELL and ABLE TO TEACH

καλως pροισταμενον τεκνα

By clear implication a pastor must have or had children, and they must be or have been under his authority, they must have rules, and those rules must be enforced.

This is the proof that he can handle a much larger responsibility of counseling married families & their associated problems.

Timothy 3:5  (For if a man know not how to rule his own house,

how shall he take care of the church of God?)

He should take care of the church of God by RULE as the husband rules in a family.

This is not as an apathetic dictator but as a shepherd over the flock, a father over his family:

Hebrews 13:7  Remember them which have the rule over you, who have spoken unto you the word of God: whose faith follow, considering the end of their conversation.

The Bible here is clearly speaking of the role of the pastor.  It cannot be the other elders of the church (deacons):

Acts 6:2-3  2 ... It is not reason that we should leave the Word of God, and serve tables.  3 Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business.

It was not the deacons job to rule, it was the missionary starting the church then the pastor pastoring the church.

Titus 1:5  For this cause left I thee (Pastor Titus) in Crete, that thou shouldest set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed thee:

Matthew 12:25 And Jesus knew their thoughts, and said unto them, them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and every city or house divided against itself shall not stand:

A household does not have two heads, it has one.  God is clearly delineating the role of the pastor, and how a church can only have one head pastor.

A man cannot qualify to rule the church if he does NOT have the RULE over his family.

Notice the child’s requirement (which is actually a PASTORS requirement!):

Titus 1:6  ... having faithful children not accused of riot or unruly.

Riot is excess without restraint.  Unruly is life without rules.  The idea here is not the child’s character, but how does the man deal with the child.  Are there Biblical rules set down and enforced?  A child cannot disqualify the pastor, a man’s actions in dealing with the child can disqualify a man from the pastorate.

2 Timothy 3:4 ... having his children in subjection with all gravity.

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