3 Things We Do That Hurt Pastors’ Wives
"The wife of the pastor was not hired by the congregation. She sure could use some understanding and encouragement."
"The wife of the pastor was not hired by the congregation. She sure could use some understanding and encouragement."
"Let church growth be the real thing, not something hyped up. Solid growth, not inflated numbers."
"Are you playing into his hands? Are you believing his lies? You do so to your own detriment, friend."
"Historically, preachers have been notorious for believing professions of newfound faith from people running for office."
"There is too much pain in the world today. Let’s not add to it with our words."
"Many a servant of the Lord has been treated less kindly by Christians than any business in town would treat an employee."
"It would appear that ministers have to put up with more complaining and griping than any group on the planet."
Terminating a minister is more than just a job change; it’s an announcement to the world that can end a career. Before your church takes the "death stroke" of firing a pastor, consider these seven redemptive alternatives to protect the church and the minister’s future.
"The pastor’s wife can be hurt in a hundred ways. Her pain is magnified by one great reality: She cannot fight back."
"The pastor is there to please God, not the congregation."