“This is a true saying, if a man desire the office of a bishop, he desireth a good work” (1Timothy 3:1).

In this verse the term “bishop” is another name for pastor. It gives the idea of the pastor who is called by the Lord and who has a genuine sense of that calling. He is responsible for the oversight of the local church. Today is Friday, and most likely your pastor is working on the services because Sunday will be here before you know it! Pastor Mitchell sat at his desk. It was Friday, and he knew that Sunday was right around the corner. He was excited as he studied the texts that he would use Sunday morning and Sunday evening. He prayed. He studied. He prayed more. He checked several keywords in the text. He outlined the rough draft. He reworked that rough draft. He wrote the final manuscript. He went to the sanctuary and stood behind the pulpit to practice. He returned to his office and prayed much more. He went home that day excited about Sunday and the opportunity as well as the responsibility he had. As the pastor, he is called to preach the Word of God. What a great privilege Pastor Mitchell had because there were many committed believers in that church family who throughout the week, especially on Friday, prayed earnestly for him! When Sunday came, they listened. They took notes. They accepted the challenge. They even thanked him for his ministry!

For today: Be praying for your pastor. It’s Friday, but Sunday is coming! (By the way, your pastor does MUCH more than just writes messages!)