What Ever Happened to Respect?: America’S Loss of Respect for PastorsIs there something taking place in our beloved country? It seems the respect for our government, society, and religious institutions are eroding. America is losing its influence and respect as a world leader. Many of our citizens believe our country is beyond saving from absolute destruction. They say we have crossed the threshold of no return. There are many reasons for these thoughts of doom, but one glaring observation stands out. Our citizens are not focused on fundamental family traditions, less government involvement in our lives and strong Christian ethics. There is a silent movement away from respecting the leaders of our government, communities and churches. Our minds are bombarded with thoughts from free thinkers who have no Christian values. Even the mindset of pastors is changing. This is alarming because the fate of our nation rests in the minds of its leaders! Dr. Ayers has opened my thinking to the possibility of a potential danger lurking within our churches and society a failure to respect those in authority. It was difficult for me to accept my role as a pastor in this assault of Satan upon us. I agree with Phil in his assessment that we need a revival! -A local pastor in the Roanoke Valley If once you forfeit the confidence of your fellow-citizens, you can never regain their respect and esteem. -Abraham Lincoln Lord, help us who cannot preach to pray for the man who does! Have you, dear Friend, who cannot preach, made a point of praying for the pastor of the Church to which you belong? It is a great sin on the part of Church members if they do not daily sustain their pastor by their prayers! -Charles Spurgeon -1892, Sermon #2261 |
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... person whereas Christian educators are only exposed to a minimum of students. We have experienced both internal and external wars, social ills and many economic depressions due to its impact. I believe Satan has infused his schemes in ...
... person whereas Christian educators are only exposed to a minimum of students. We have experienced both internal and external wars, social ills and many economic depressions due to its impact. I believe Satan has infused his schemes in ...
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... persons, set the standard for morality; the way we ought to act toward each other. We must lead the way back to respect for and the honoring of God. The “Great Commandment” must return! Matthew 22:36-40: “Teacher, which is the great ...
... persons, set the standard for morality; the way we ought to act toward each other. We must lead the way back to respect for and the honoring of God. The “Great Commandment” must return! Matthew 22:36-40: “Teacher, which is the great ...
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... persons of the church will benefit from the concepts presented in the material. I believe that pastors are ultimately responsible for the spiritual renewal of our society. But the local pastor is only as successful as the xiii.
... persons of the church will benefit from the concepts presented in the material. I believe that pastors are ultimately responsible for the spiritual renewal of our society. But the local pastor is only as successful as the xiii.
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... person. I, too, am a Christian and a pastor. I speak to myself as well as you. However, the truth is we have lost our authority and respect from too many citizens of our country and this must change. America needs a genuine Fourth Great ...
... person. I, too, am a Christian and a pastor. I speak to myself as well as you. However, the truth is we have lost our authority and respect from too many citizens of our country and this must change. America needs a genuine Fourth Great ...
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... person thinks of them. Pastors take up the work of Christ and are chosen to serve Him. They are entrusted with God's heritage. Because they are servants of Christ, they are to be respected very highly. What some people do not understand ...
... person thinks of them. Pastors take up the work of Christ and are chosen to serve Him. They are entrusted with God's heritage. Because they are servants of Christ, they are to be respected very highly. What some people do not understand ...
Contents
Why Respect Pastors? | 1 |
Pastoring in the Early Days 1600 1700 | 13 |
Pastoring Becomes Localized More Diverse and Difficult 17001800 | 23 |
America and Pastoring was Changing 1800 1900 | 43 |
The Pastor Becomes a Professional 1900 2012 | 55 |
So Where is America Now? | 65 |
Does Fundamentalism Harm or Help? | 83 |
A Fresh Look at Some Old Truths | 105 |
A Final Thought | 173 |
Appendix A A Sample Case Study | 179 |
Appendix B Hartford Seminary Research | 185 |
Appendix C Clerical Dismissals in Colonial and Revolutionary New Hampshire | 189 |
Appendix D Summary of Behaviors and Attitudes of Respect | 191 |
End Notes | 193 |
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So Simple Yet So Hard To Apply | 121 |
Gaining Respect by Renewing our Minds | 137 |
Strategies for Restoring Pastoral Respectability | 151 |
VITA | 211 |
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