In the hustle and bustle of ministry, financial stability might seem like a distant dream for many pastors. Pastors’ can cultivate financial soundness while fulfilling their divine calling. The following are some ways.
1. Salary: Recognize that as a laborer in the vineyard, you are worthy of fair compensation for your efforts in shepherding God’s flock. A consistent and reasonable salary ensures stability for both you and your family (Luke 10:7 – “The laborer is worthy of his wages.”)
2. Dividends from Showing Love: Love is not only the cornerstone of ministry but also a source of dividends. Investing time and effort into genuinely caring for your congregation can yield immeasurable returns in the form of support, trust, and goodwill.
3. Dividends from Interceding for Your Congregants: Prayer is a powerful currency in the spiritual realm. As you intercede for your congregation, expect dividends in the form of answered prayers, spiritual breakthroughs, and divine interventions (James 5:16 – “The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.”).
4. Dividend from Pastoral Visitations: Making personal visits to members of your congregation demonstrates care and fosters a deeper connection. These visits can yield dividends in strengthened relationships, increased loyalty, and enhanced support.
5. Dividends from Impactful Teaching and Preaching: Sermons have the power to inspire, transform, and uplift. Investing in impactful teaching and preaching enriches the lives of your congregation and attracts blessings in the form of growth, testimonies, and spiritual enrichment.(Romans 10:17 – “So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.”)
6. Dividends from Power Ministry: Trust God for the supernatural aspect of ministry and expect dividends from signs, wonders, and miracles. The manifestation of God’s power not only edifies believers but also draws others to the faith, leading to growth and expansion (Acts 4:30 – “By stretching out Your hand to heal, and that signs and wonders may be done through the name of Your holy Servant Jesus.”).
7. Dividends from Touching Lives: Every life you touch leaves a ripple effect that reverberates beyond measure. Expect dividends in the form of changed lives, testimonies of transformation, and a lasting impact on communities (Matthew 25:40 – “Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you did it to one of the least of these My brethren, you did it to Me.”)
8. Dividends from Persons Helped: As you extend a helping hand to those in need, anticipate dividends in the form of gratitude, loyalty, and blessings from unexpected sources.
9. Dividends from Those You Raised In Ministry: Investing in discipleship and mentorship reaps dividends in the form of future leaders, influencers, and ambassadors of the faith. In the course of ministry, you may have paid fess of people, sent some to Bible school etc.The impact of your investment in others multiplies over time. Some will always remember you.
10. Blessings from Persons God Personally Touches: God often uses individuals as channels of His blessings. Be open to receiving blessings from unexpected sources as God works through people to meet your needs and fulfill His purposes.
11. Blessings from People Who Admire You: Your integrity, character, and dedication are a testament to your faithfulness. Anticipate blessings from those who admire and appreciate your commitment to serving God and His people.
12. Blessings from the Kindness and Generosity of Members: The generosity of your congregation is a reflection of their love and appreciation for your ministry. Expect blessings in the form of financial support, resources, and provisions as members sow into the work of God (2 Corinthians 9:7 – “So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver.”).
In conclusion, achieving financial soundness in ministry is not solely about financial strategies but also about stewardship, faithfulness, and trust in God’s provision. By embracing these principles and trusting in God’s faithfulness, pastors can navigate the complexities of financial management while fulfilling their divine calling with excellence and integrity.
Content have been adapted from a sermon preached by Rev. Boniface D. Keelson. The author is the Chief Leadership. Officer at Leaders Unlimited
How a Pastor can be financially sound ministry
I Timothy 5:18 New King James Version (NKJV)
For the Scripture says, “You shall not muzzle an ox while it treads out the grain,” and, “The laborer is worthy of his wages.
1. Salary
2. Dividend from showing love.
3. Dividends from interceding for your congregants
4. Dividend from Pastoral visitations
5. Dividend from impactful teaching and preaching.
6. Dividend from Power Ministry
7. Dividend from touching lives.
8. Dividend from persons helped.
9. Dividend from raised in ministry(
10. Blessings form persons God personally touches.
11. Blessings from people who admire you.
12. Blessings from the kind and generosity of members
Written By Gideon Ofosu-Peasah, Ph.D
