Pastors

[Lucky]

However, I do believe that God has given the pastor authority over the church.

Why?

 

[Mr. 5020]

Why?

Because the Bible says the God has appointed some to be pastors. Previously in this thread, it was agreed upon that the word pastor could easily be substituted with shepherd.

Shepherds typically have authority over their flock, do they not?

 

[Lucky]

Because the Bible says the God has appointed some to be pastors. Previously in this thread, it was agreed upon that the word pastor could easily be substituted with shepherd.

Shepherds typically have authority over their flock, do they not?

Sure. Though I don't think people ever talk about a shepherd's authority over a bunch of dumb animals. And it's certainly not a spiritual authority. Sheep don't have spirits. We do. But no man has authority over mine.

 

[Mr. 5020]

Sure. Though I don't think people ever talk about a shepherd's authority over a bunch of dumb animals. And it's certainly not a spiritual authority. Sheep don't have spirits. We do. But no man has authority over mine.

I didn't say that he has authority over yours. I said he has authority over the church as an organization.