Full-time Pulpit / Preaching Minister

Lubbock Christian University; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartsville Pike church of Christ in Hartsville, TN, seeks a spiritually mature minister to partner with the elders to preach God’s Word, grow faith, strengthen worship, encourage members, and equip the church for evangelism.

The role features pulpit preaching, teaching Bible classes, mentoring teachers, and coordinating outreach with elders and deacons to expand community evangelism and service within the congregation.

Qualifications

• Character: Exhibits integrity, self-discipline, and a servant-leader mindset.
• Experience: Prior experience as a pulpit minister preferred but not required.
• Education: Formal degree in biblical studies, ministry, or preaching preferred but comparable experience will be considered.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, effective communicator, strategic time management, and dedication to ongoing professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Pulpit Preaching: Prepare and deliver Christ-centered, biblically sound sermons.
• Teaching & Equipping: Lead Sunday and midweek Bible classes; mentor and support fellow teachers.
• Discipleship & Outreach: Model discipleship and equip members to share the Gospel; coordinate with elders and deacons to strengthen evangelism and service.

Skills

Integrity

Self-discipline

Servant leadership

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Time management

Education

Biblical studies degree

Job description

Position Summary

Seeking a spiritually mature minister committed to preaching God’s Word. The minister will partner with the elders to grow faith, strengthen worship, encourage members, and equip the church for evangelism.

Responsibilities

• Pulpit Preaching: Prepare and deliver Christ-centered, biblically sound, thought-provoking, and practical sermons.
• Teaching & Equipping: Lead assigned Sunday and midweek Bible classes. Mentor and support fellow teachers through shared resources and constructive feedback.
• Discipleship & Outreach: Model discipleship and equip members to share the Gospel. Coordinate with elders and deacons to strengthen community evangelism and service in addition to other congregational opportunities.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Character:
  • Exhibits integrity, self-discipline, and a servant-leader mindset.
  • Faithful Christian man whose life meets the biblical standards expected of a teacher of God’s word.
  • Strong commitment to New Testament Christianity and the authority of Scripture.
  • Growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ, demonstrated through godly character and faithful service.
  • Love for preaching, teaching, evangelism, and discipling others.
  • Possesses sound knowledge of the Scriptures and the ability to teach them accurately.
• Experience: Prior experience as a pulpit minister preferredbut not required.
• Education: Formal degree in biblical studies, ministry, or preaching preferredbut comparable experience will be considered.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, effective communicator, strategic time management, and dedication to ongoing professional growth.
• Salary and benefits are negotiated with the elders based on training and experience.

Timeline / Follow Up

You will receive a confirmation email when your application is received, then regular status updates through the application and interview process. Final candidates will be subject to a background check and a credit check.

Application Information

Employer
Hartsville Pike church of Christ