Six surprising traits of effective pastors

This blog has looked at characteristics of effective pastors from different perspectives over the past few years. But this information may prove to be a bit surprising.

A couple of caveats are in order. First, the idea of “surprising” can vary from person to person. I think you might be surprised at some of these traits, but you might not be. Second, the term “effective” is nebulous. I am not speaking of size of church or level of fame. I have subjectively noted several dozen pastors whose ministries have been consistent and whose impact in their churches and communities has been positive.

Counterintuitive Discipleship Values

1. Go slow to go fast!

2. Outsiders raise up insiders – an inexperienced insider is more effective than a highly trained outsider.

3. Focus on a few to reach many.