In the New Testament, we find several references to praying for a pastor -- or for those involved in ministry, which today would include all the "laborers" in the field, all who teach and lead in our churches.
We all need to pray that our influence will be that of Jesus Christ working in us and through us. We can sum up most of the needs in the church and in the ministries assigned to a local pastor in five key words, words that lead us in praying for him.
Consider these five words -- Five Prayer Targets for Your Pastor (and Other Ministry Leaders/Missionaries, etc). These also apply in a general way to any leader (in the home, government, education, military, etc. -- Romans 13:1-7). Pray these things for yourself too. Keep reading
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