Pray for Our Leaders | Ericaism
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Growing up in church, I was surrounded by honest preachers who didn’t shy away from their humanity. Bishop Kenneth Omer once described himself as a “shepherd with sheep issues,” a phrase that has stayed with me because it captures an important truth: being called to preach doesn’t mean a pastor is perfect or equipped with every skill needed to lead a church. Preaching doesn’t automatically come with expertise in finances, administration, or organizational leadership—and it certainly doesn’t eliminate personal struggles or insecurities.
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Yes, pastors are held to a higher standard, as they should be. Standing before a congregation means their gifts—and their flaws—are on full display. It’s not a role to be taken lightly. But as much as leaders are accountable, we must also extend grace. Too often, people criticize pastors without understanding the weight of their responsibilities. Instead of condemning, let’s choose to pray for them, acknowledging their humanity.
We’ve all seen leaders fall, whether they’re pastors, worship leaders, or public figures. It’s heartbreaking, but it’s also a reminder of our shared humanity. As the Bible says, “But for the grace of God, there go I.” Rather than gossiping or judging, let’s commit to covering our leaders in prayer. Their failings shouldn’t drive us away from God; after all, we don’t serve people—we serve Him.
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Not every pastor will build a mega church or excel in areas outside their spiritual calling, and that’s okay. When people make sweeping generalizations about pastors or church leaders, it only serves to discourage others from connecting with God. There are imperfect people in every walk of life, but we don’t let that stop us from going to the grocery store or the mall. Why let it stop us from going to church?
Accountability is crucial, but if you’re not in leadership or close to your pastor, prayer is your best approach. The enemy works hard to discourage God’s people, but we know how the story ends—every knee will bow, and every tongue will confess that Jesus is Lord.
So, let’s pray for wisdom, discipline, and strength for our leaders. Let’s lift them up and support them, knowing that their success is tied to our collective faith and growth. Together, with grace and understanding, we can move forward as a stronger church community.
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