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10 Things to Help You Stay Longer Than the Average Pastor

8. Love People

Early in his pastorate, the church experienced two tragic losses. These became milestones for Brian and how ministry would be carried out. Brian says, “You must touch people during struggles.” 

He also makes it a priority to celebrate with the church families during good times as well.

9. Key Leaders 

Brian is further aided by the mentality and approach to ministry of his key leaders. His deacons state that they want to serve Brian and help him. They allow him to lead.

Because of this relational foundation, it enables everyone to make things right when necessary.

10. Trust 

This issue is so important that Brian revisited it a second time. When important decisions are to be made, Brian communicates and shows the biblical perspective of what they want to do. Early on, he told the congregation that Maysville Baptist Church was going to grow, reach people and do it for the long haul.

To also build trust, Brian always gets leaders on board early to help multiply the church’s mission and vision. And finally, he said, “Don’t do anything stupid! Don’t compromise!”

Your Spouse, Your Support Staff, Your Congregation’s Trust, The Word, Prayer, Simple Things, The Storms, People, Key Leaders and Your Overall Trust.

Senior pastors, love, honor and manage these things well, and your tenure will probably be much longer than the four-year average of most pastors.

I want to thank Brian for his time and willingness to invest in pastors and church leaders. He is an incredible leader and a great friend. His experience and insights are a gift to the Body of Christ.

And remember, “Don’t do anything stupid! Don’t compromise!”