Respect for leading well and working hard

Johnson Beaven III “But we ask you, brothers and sisters, to recognize those who diligently labor among you and are in leadership over you in the Lord, and give you instruction, and that you regard them very highly in love because of their work. Live in peace with one another.” 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 NASB “The elders who& lead well are to be considered worthy of double honor, especially those who& work hard& at preaching and teaching.” 1 Timothy 5:17 NASB October has been the month of breast cancer awareness since 1985. It is a time to inform, educate, support, and supply hope in celebrating cancer survivors and remembering those who fought the fight against it. October is also the month of recognizing and appreciating clergy. According to several sources, Pastor Appreciation Day began being promoted as such in the early 1990’s. Genuine recognition and respect of clergy are rightly deserved. The task of pastoral ministry, especially the care of a congregation, is not easy. It is a burden regardless of the size of the congregation. I can attest to that personally having served in pastoral ministry for nearly 40 years. We often recognize the worth of pastors by the size...