Accepts authority of God
God’s Word is his guide and final authority
Strong prayer life
Personal and corporate
Expository preacher
Does not neglect to teach “the whole counsel of God”, theologically/doctrinally sound
Visionary
One who can envision/see the mission that the church is called to and lead the congregation in that mission
Mission focus
Heart for the lost in our church, community, world, supportive of the SBC cooperative program of giving
Servant leader
Team builder, can delegate, heart for discipleship, encourages personal growth, willing to accept godly direction from board of elders
Strong commitment to family
Takes seriously the biblical responsibility to the family as husband, father, etc.
Life-long learner
Love for studying the Word, well-read, well-versed/knowledgeable of all aspects of the Bible, educated in school/seminary that shares the doctrinal/theological views of the Baptist Faith and Message [MDiv preferred]
Communication skills
Clear, articulate, transparent, approachable, gets along with all age groups, open, no hidden objectives
Highest ethical standards
Seeks to be a testimony to the church and community by his conduct and example