Do you know that the way in which you show pastor appreciation directly affects the quality and length of your pastor’s ministry? Yes, it really is that important!
I recently had a conversation with a deacon from a church near my home.
I asked him if his church did anything for Pastor Appreciation month.
He said that they used to but they decided they didn’t want their pastor to think they only appreciated him during that one month of the year.
At first I was speechless at his lack of sound logic. But my concern overruled my lack of words.
I suggested to this well-intentioned man that according to his logic he shouldn’t do anything for his wife on Valentine’s Day so that she won't think he only loves her one day a year.
I really don’t think this deacon meant what he said – he just hadn’t taken the time to think about why his church does nothing special for pastor appreciation.
What about your church? Do you thoughtfully and strategically show your pastor how much you appreciate them?
Most churches have some type of special service or celebration during October – the month designated each year as Pastor Appreciation Month. That’s a great start. Now, what about the rest of the year?
One of the most basic and helpful ways to show your pastor how much you appreciate them is to increase his salary. But if your congregation is like most, you already pay your pastor as much as you can. What more can you do?
I’d like to suggest that there are at least four ways you can directly and immediately raise your pastor’s salary without paying him any more money.
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Pastor appreciation is not hard nor does it require a great deal of effort. It does, however, require a little planning. Don't be like that deacon I mentioned. I know you appreciate your pastor. But does he know it?
Show your pastor appreciation by helping his family reduce their expenses and increase their income. That's the most practical and thoughtful way to demonstrate pastor appreciation.
This article was written by Daniel Sherman. For additional ideas and gifts to show your pastor how much you appreciate him, visit his very informative website:
www.my-pastor.com
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