I used to be a Muslim until everything changed for me in 2017. Back then, I never for once thought some people gave it a thought of becoming a pastor. The Journey of becoming a pastor was what no one is ever willing to do, it just happen all of a sudden because God chose you.
I never even thought someone could ask the question of how to become a pastor because I have never given Christianity much thought. If I was told being a pastor was a Job to some, I would disagree. However, my mindset started shifting when I received the life of Christ.
The mindset shift still never made me pay much attention to some things as I still thought becoming a pastor was limited to establishing your church, but in 2018, I found out what I would never have given a thought.
I was given philosophy in place of law for admission, it was a course I knew nothing about, so I decided to look out for what I could do with the certificate after my four years at the University.
Guess what I found? With the certificate, I could become a pastor or a chaplain, that was when I started researching more about it as my interest grew. It was at that period I realized some people chose religious studies as a course of study.
It was a total shock for me because I felt the only way to become one is by being called by God through a vision, then Boom, you become one by establishing your church. Over the years, I’ve learned so much about how to become a pastor and I must say I wouldn’t have known anything if I had not received the life of Christ.
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Who is a Pastor?
A pastor can be referred to as an Elder, Bishop, or overseer. He/she is charged with the responsibility of caring and feeding the church, leading the church, preaching the word, protecting the church from false doctrines, praying, conducting baptism, serving, and being imitators of Christ.
How to become a Pastor
Becoming a Pastor is not easy because it has its ups and downs. However, below are the procedures on how to become one;
You Need to be Called
To become a pastor, you need to be called it could be through vision, voice, or confirmation from others. It is either you are called to preach, teach or evangelize. When you are called, people will attest to it, it could be those that have been leading already.
Decide What Kind of Pastor you Want to be
It could be a chaplain (This is the type that heads an institution, hospital, etc), you could be a counselor, a teacher (you might decide to teach or train people with the word of God), church planter (this is the type where you build your church and had it or recruit people), Missionary(This is the type that focuses on mission fields such as villages without the light and you bring them to Christ), or a senior pastor.
Go to a Theology School
This is where you learn more about the Scriptures, Act of Pastor, etc.
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Personal relationship with God
Give yourself to Personal relationship with God, Love, and compassion for others, dedicate yourself to prayer and study of the word, be Knowledgeable when it comes to Scripture, theology, philosophy, and the church.
Get Pastoral guidance
You must have been a devoted and committed attendee of your church, this would have granted you access to your Pastor, then you can meet with him/her. Talk to him or them about your desire or calling to become a pastor, ask questions and tell them to share with you their experience. Ask questions about what to expect, the ordination doctrine of your church, etc.
Ordination varies depending on denomination, this is why speaking to your pastor is important as they mentor you, put you through the interviews, assessment, requirements, and when there is an opening, you might be ordained.
Be spirit-filled
To become a pastor, you must be spirit-filled because you need to live like Christ, do away with sins and this can only be possible when you are spirit-filled. It is only by the spirit can you be led and in turn lead the people of God.
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Conclusion
How to become a pastor varies by denomination, while some are ordained, some are licensed and not all churches require you have a degree to become a Pastor.
Remember, you can’t give what you don’t have, so to become a pastor, you must be rooted and be grounded in Gods words, be versatile, consume more spiritual books, be open to the Spirit, be given to prayer and build yourself more in the secret place.
You know you are called to become a pastor when you are willing to do it, others attest to it, you are ready to serve at your highs and lows, you have a Godly character.
Do you like to teach in all kinds of situations? Are you attentive? Are you friendly? These are part of the traits needed to become a pastor.
I hope with this blog post you have clarity on how to become a pastor? If you find it helpful, do well to share with others to get enlightened, and do not forget to share. What is your misconception about how to become a pastor? Share through the comment section.
