Biblical Priorities for Faithful Pastors

Every pastor struggles with the demands on their time and how to set priorities in ministry. Some choose to respond to the most urgent needs, while others prefer a more balanced and intentional approach. But what determines these priorities?

In The Pastor's Ministry, Brian Croft examines Scripture to identify the ten main priorities of a faithful pastoral ministry. Each of these priorities is rooted in a direct mandate from God's Word, and they are:

Guard the truth

Preach the Word

Pray for the flock

Be an example

Visit the sick

Comfort the afflicted

Care for widows

Confront sin

Encourage the weakest sheep

Identify and train leaders

To succeed and be faithful in ministry, every pastor needs to understand these essential callings and make them a part of their regular duties.