It’s Not Up to You

“You’re just the kind of pastor this church needs,” we hear. “With your gifts I can’t see how this church won’t double in the next few years.”

As pastors, we love to hear this. Our gifts will make the difference. We have what it takes. Our personality, our leadership abilities will make a difference.

The most effective lies contain some truth. God chooses to use people, and God seems to use some pastors in more visible ways than others.

But it’s still a lie. It’s not up to you. You don’t have...