Bible Verses About Clergy

“Then I will give you shepherds after My own heart, who will feed you with knowledge and understanding.”

“Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they watch over your souls as those who must give an account. To this end, allow them to lead with joy and not with grief, for that would be of no advantage to you.”

“Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and encourage with every form of patient instruction.”

“Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly.”

“Elders who lead effectively are worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.”