“Evening Service” Scott Lake Baptist Church (Lakeland)
Why We Believe…
“Who Is A Pastor”
1Peter 5:1-3
1. πρεσβύτερος “Presbyter”
A pastor is MATURE in his faith and life
2. ποιμήν “Shepherd”
A pastor is a MINISTER, a MODEL, and a MENTOR, feeding and defending the flock the truth
• Fighting off the wolves in sheep’s clothing: Acts 20:17, 28-30
• Feeding the sheep faithful food out of love for Christ: John 21:15-17
• Facilitating ministry by teaching the flock to equip them to do it: Ephesians 4:11-12
3. ἐπίσκοπος “Bishop”
A pastor is a MANAGER overseeing the ministry of the church
7-Principles: Baptist Distinctives
• Biblical authority
• Autonomy of the local church
• Priesthood of all believers
• Two ordinances
— believer’s baptism
— the Lord’s Supper
• Individual soul liberty
• Separation of Church and State
• Two offices of the church
— Pastor
— Deacon
