Should Young Pastors Prefer a Large or Small Church?

Suppose a young, ambitious, seminary-trained, godly pastor was given the choice between a large church and a small church as his first charge. Which should he prefer? Which should he prioritize? Theodore Cuyler took on this question in his book How To Be a Pastor which was written in the early twentieth century. His answer is straightforward, his reasoning compelling. It is worth considering today.

“I answer unhesitatingly, the small church.” He minces no words there, does he? He offers a three-pronged defense of his position. Read More