In a recent interview, I was asked why I believe I would make a good pastor.  The following is my response:

Truly nothing in and of myself, except Christ and His Holy Spirit working in and through me!

My personal story is one of transformation and grace.  I was the first person in my family to come to faith, and have since seen many of them come to Christ.  I strive to live the gospel, not just study it.

I am already actively shepherding people, whether it’s in a capacity as a small group leader, or just in one-on-one relational mentorship.  This is pastoring in action, walking with people in the light of God’s Word in all their struggles and joys.

I am theologically rooted and continue learning daily, grounding all my studies central to God’s Word.  In my personal studies, I have completed several certificate programs and numerous non-credit classes. I also read works from solid, gospel-centered thinkers and church leaders, both current and historical.  I believe that in order to feed God’s people, I must have adequately fed myself.

I have personally been through the fire a time or two.  I’ve experienced personal pain, loss, and church leadership challenges, even seasons of stepping back to refocus. That kind of refining develops compassion, patience, and wisdom—some of the very qualities Paul exhorts elders to have in 1 Timothy and Titus.

From running businesses and leading tech teams to mentoring college students and helping plant churches, I bring administrative strength and relational sensitivity. Pastors need both.

Lastly, I strive to walk with humility and obedience.  I am not rushing in, I want to walk in step with God’s timing.  I want to be a faithful man of God more than an impressive man.  I stand broken but whole, wise but humble, grounded but full of faith.