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Whether you’ve just moved to a new city, or you’re looking for a new Baptist church where you feel like you can grow spiritually, it’s important that you find a place with a leader who can not only preach effectively but also who you can trust and respect. When you visit a church, here are some qualities to look for in a pastor:

Clearly Communicates the Word of God

A pastor should have a deep and personal relationship with God and Jesus. Through this special connection, they should be able to clearly understand and communicate God’s words to the members of the church. Look for a pastor who teaches all scripture, not only the easy-to-understand or popular verses.

Loves & Cares for the Church Family

ChurchBeing a pastor is about more than delivering a good sermon on Sunday mornings. It’s also about shepherding the people of the church. Look for a leader who is warm and welcoming to everyone — even the members who only come a few times a year. The pastor should have a strong ability to empathize, a deep passion for taking care of people, and a desire to emotionally engage.

Practices What They Preach

The best pastors practice what they preach in their everyday lives. Look for a pastor who is open and authentic about their personal life and faith and who wisely navigates their own life and struggles.

If you are new to the High Point, NC, area, and you are looking for a new church family to call home, stop by Oak View Baptist Church, an evangelical, biblically based church led by Senior Pastor Steve Smith. Smith, who first felt called into the ministry of God at age 15, has helped build a community of believers who practice the word of God through fellowship classes, prayer groups, and Sunday worship. To learn more about the church, visit the website or call the office at (336) 841-6511.

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