KEY SCRIPTURE:1Ti 4:12 KJV” 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.”

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We now consider the instruction that the pastor must be an example in faith. Faith is one of  the fundamental doctrines of our life in Christ ( Heb 6:1-2), yet without it no man can please the Lord Heb 11:6 .That means it is the only means to walk with God and to obtain anything from the Lord. On the flip side, it is faith that acts as a defensive weapon to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.

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The pastor should be an example of great faith. Most congregational members have not encountered God in their personal walk. The pastor remains the means of bringing the reality of God to the people. His unwavering faith and the tangible proofs that it brings about give the congregation  an example to follow. It is extremely important that the pastor be a man of faith.

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True faith begins with a knowledge of God. Knowing God is not by any sensational event, but a decision to accept the revelation of Himself to us. The people of Israel during Moses’ day had so many spectacular events  , yet they never knew  God because they did not decide to accept the revelation of Himself. When one has taken this first step  of knowing God, then he or she begins to receive the truths of scripture, which builds stronger faith.

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The pastor must continuously put his faith into action. In this way, he grows strong faith over time. When a man keeps exercising his muscles ,it would surely grow stronger and bigger. The pastor has a great responsibility because most of the congregation would need his example to keep going.

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In Heb 13:7;8  it reads” 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.  Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and forever.” The above verses say it all. It tells the fellow Christians to follow the faith of their leaders or pastors, considering the outcome or the great victories that show in their experiences. The scripture added that the Lord Jesus is the same yesterday, today and forever. If it went very well with the pastor, then that same Lord would never fail those who follow the pastor’s example of faith.

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Dear pastor, you have a great responsibility in faith, so dare to trust the Lord with your life, and our master Jesus would never ever fail you. God assures us in Ps 119:89 ,90  that forever o Lord thy word is settled in heaven, and thy faithfulness is unto ALL GENERATIONS.” Dear Pastor, place your life in the arms of Jesus, trusting Him absolutely, for He can not fail you. The pastor’s position as a leader demands that he become an example of great faith. Our master Jesus raised people of great faith because they saw that example in Him. It was not surprising for Peter to heal people with his shadow. He saw the master do it, and it was just normal for him to do so

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The main challenge for certain pastors not exercising great faith is fear. Fear is a spirit that robs you of faith.

Refuse to give it a place, for it is a lie of the devil.

Jesus is all-powerful, all-loving, and can not fail you.

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THOUGHT: DEAR PASTOR, DARE TO TRUST THE LORD, TO HELP THE FAITH OF YOUR FOLLOWERS

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FURTHER STUDIES

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2Ti 3:10 KJV” But thou hast fully known my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, longsuffering, charity, patience,”

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Heb 6:12 KJV” That ye be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises.”