Respect

The third week of appreciation is about Respect. Lori and I have learned how to respect the man or woman who daily lives a Godly example. I have so much respect for pastors who demonstrate the love of God. Those whom I have watched week in and week out continue to preach and teach the word of God with power, grace, and authority. I respect the man of God who walks the walk and talks the talk of God. Pastor, I respect you because you have waited before the Lord to bury His word deep into your spirit. I respect you pastor because you practice Kingdom principles. These past three weeks we have given honor for three aspect of a pastor’s life. We love you for demonstrating a heart of Gratitude. We Admire you for reaching out and loving people. We Respect you for waiting on the Lord, receiving his direction in preaching, teaching, and leading with a godly heart.
Scripture: Malachi 1:5-7 "A son honors his father, and a servant his master. If I am a father, where is the honor due me? If I am a master, where is the respect due me?" says the LORD Almighty. "It is you, O priests, who show contempt for my name."But you ask, 'How have we shown contempt for your name?'

Admiration

This second week of appreciation is about Admiration. I admire the men and women of God who work hard to help people find their place in the Kingdom of God. I admire the way pastors pull hidden gifts out of ordinary people and raise them up to do the work of the Lord. I admire the pastor who takes the time to reach out to a community of people who need the gospel of Jesus Christ and lead them in the ways of the Lord. I admire the pastor who works hard, plays hard, and prays hard. Friends, learn to admire your pastor who lifts you up and makes you strive for the things of God.

Proverbs 22:1

Gratitude

The month of October is Pastor Appreciation month. I will take the next three weeks to share three aspects of appreciation.

The definition of appreciation is: Gratitude, expression of admiration, and increase in value.

The first week of appreciation is about Gratitude. We are so grateful for pastors who love people, preach the word with excellence, and live a life of Godly example before the people. Lori and I have served four different pastors in over 25 years of ministry and have appreciated each one for their own uniqueness that they have brought to the table. We have a heart of gratitude for each pastor we have been blessed to serve with. My challenge to you is to do your best in expressing your gratitude to your pastors. My wife and I are so grateful for each and every man and woman who live each and every day giving to the Lord. Pastors we appreciate you!

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:13-14
“Because of the service by which you have proved yourselves, men will praise God for the obedience that accompanies your confession of the gospel of Christ, and for your generosity in sharing with them and with everyone else. And in their prayers for you their hearts will go out to you, because of the surpassing grace God has given you.” (NIV)

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