You're Not a Church Pastor

Do you act differently around your pastor than you do around your family or friends ?   Most people do – even those who  don't  go to church.   We feel like we have to be on our best behavior.   We  can't  be our authentic  selves .   On the other hand, how do coworkers act around each other ?   It's  usually easier to speak freely with the people we work with, especially if  we've  taken time to invest in a relationship with them .   As believers, that  puts us in an ideal position to minister to our coworkers – a position that most pastors just  don't  have .   Don't  lose sight of this incredible opportunity you have .   You might not speak from a pulpit, but neither did Jesus .   As Matthew 5:16  instructs:   let your light shine bright so that those around you will have no choice but to praise God !   You have more exposure to pre-believers than most pastors ever will .