Episode Details

Scripture gives clear qualifications for the characteristics of pastors. But who in the church should hold pastors accountable to these qualifications? Josh and Sam dive into the best practices for pastoral accountability.

• • Every pastor needs accountability from within the body.
  • Outside governance is ill-advised and dangerous.
  • Do not conflate authority with accountability.
  • You can have authority over a group of people and also be accountable to them.
  • Some denominations have a hierarchical structure that facilitates accountability.
  • Congregational churches need more clarity on accountability.
  • What about deacons? They help with spiritual accountability.
  • What about a personnel committee? This group often helps with HR issues.
  • What about elders? Often, they guard the church’s doctrine.

Resources:

• Smart Church Solutions

• The Revitalization at Shadowbrook Church

• Doctor of Educational Ministry, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

• FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights

• Church Answers Central

• The Hope Initiative

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