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How do we know that God calls pastors today?

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God continues to call pastors today through His Word and by the Holy Spirit, empowering them for ministry just as He did the apostles.

The call of pastors today is a continuation of the divine mandate seen in the New Testament. While the office of the apostle was unique to the early church and has ceased, the essential function of being sent forth to preach the Gospel remains the same for today’s pastors. This calling is substantiated through the principles found in Scripture, which highlight the necessity of being called by God, characterized by a demonstrated faithfulness and a deep understanding of the Gospel. Pastoral candidates should have a clear profession of faith and evidences of God's work in their lives, affirming their readiness to shepherd the church. Such individuals are called not only by divine appointment but also confirmed through the acknowledgment and ordination of the local church, ensuring their alignment with God’s purpose and proclamation of grace.
Scripture References: 2 Timothy 1:9, 1 Timothy 3:2, 2 Timothy 2:2

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