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3rd
Biblical Principle. The
second principle that God gives us to determine if we should
become pastors is the opinion of others. Here is a question that
you could ask, “Do others honestly believe that I qualify
to be a good pastor or a missionary?” God wants a pastor
or missionary to have certain character traits. He has given
us a list of these character traits in 1 Timothy 3. There is
another list in Titus 1.
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An
overseer, then, must be above reproach, the husband of one
wife, temperate, prudent, respectable, hospitable, able to
teach, not addicted to wine or pugnacious, but gentle, peaceable,
free from the love of money. He must be one who manages his
own household well, keeping his children under control with
all dignity (but if a man does not know how to manage his
own household, how will he take care of the church of God?), and
not a new convert, so that he will not become conceited
and fall into the condemnation incurred by the devil. And
he must have a good reputation with those outside the church,
so that he will not fall into reproach and the snare of the
devil. (NASB) 1 Timothy 3:2-7 |
I
would encourage you to read a previous
question and answer because it explains the meaning of each of
these words and phrases. You could start by doing a self-evaluation.
I would also encourage you to meet with a pastor and ask him how
you measure up. Anyone who believes that God wants him to be a pastor
or missionary will meet at least these basic qualifications. Your
pastor should be able to help give you some guidance.
Conclusion: I
am concerned about the events you have experienced. It is possible
that some demons are attempting to deceive you. Your circumstances
are very unusual. I would encourage you to meet with a pastor and
ask for some one-on-one help. May the peace, grace, and love of the
Lord Jesus be with you. |
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