Introduction Principles - 1 Timothy 3:14-15 Precursors - Ephesians 2:14-16 What is Pastoral Ministry? Acts 2:17-28 It is a distinct position (office), determined by God. It is specially related to the church, in conjunction with apostolic ministry. It is a single position (office), with three descriptive names. 1 Peter 5:1-4 Elder - Titus 1:5-7 Overseer - 1 Timothy 3:1-5 Pastor - Ephesians 4:11-12 It is a gift, given by Jesus Christ for the good of local churches. What is pastoral ministry for? What does (should) pastoral ministry do? Acts 11:30 Acts 14:23 Acts 15:6ff Acts 20:17-28 Ephesians 4:11ff 1 Timothy 3:1ff 1 Timothy 5:17ff Titus 1:5ff 1 Peter 5:1ff What should we do with this?