Should a pastor act like a CEO, calling the shots and running the church like an organization that he controls? Or should the living, present Jesus Christ be the One who is allowed to actively control and direct the church?

Posted on May 27, 2012 by Steve Simms

Here’s a link to a video I made called:

“Organic Church Heals Spiritual Paralysis”

About Steve Simms

I like to look and think outside the box. In college I encountered Jesus Christ and I have been passionate about trying to get to know Him better ever since. My wife and I co-lead a non-traditional expression of the body of Christ in Nashville based on open participation and Spirit-led sharing. We long to see the power and passion of the first Christ-followers come to life in our time. I have written a book about our experiences called, "Beyond Church: An Invitation To Experience The Lost Word Of The Bible--Ekklesia" that is available in Kindle & paperback @ http://amzn.to/2nCr5dP

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2 Responses to Should a pastor act like a CEO, calling the shots and running the church like an organization that he controls? Or should the living, present Jesus Christ be the One who is allowed to actively control and direct the church?

Donna Eden says:

June 22, 2012 at 2:34 am

Amen to your video, Steve. Jesus hears us, if we listen to him. Sharing is sometimes scary, but when HE has something to say through us, I have learned through experience, HE lifts us up on our feet and gives us the words to speak, if we let him. I remember years ago, The Holy Spirit would fall on me and I would squirm around in my seat, then all of a sudden I would be lifted up and tremble and shake having no idea what to say, but HE knew what HE wanted me to say. I was sooo scared and embarressed from trembling. It happened so frequently that today when the Holy Spirit falls on me it’s normal and I obey him. It’s great to be able to go to a church that allows it. Thank you.

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- Steve Simms says:
  
  June 22, 2012 at 11:44 am
  
  Thanks for the encouragement, Donna. I know you are going through a lot right now, but God has a plan and all things really do work out for your good, even when we don’t understand.
  
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