As a young man, the idea of the colonial pastor captivated me, not for their famously rich theology, but because of the varied roles they played in their communities. These Puritan pastors not only served as spiritual leaders in their churches, but also worked as farmers, carpenters, politicians, teachers, lawyers, authors, doctors, and military leaders. In doing so, they emulated the disciples of Christ, who were themselves fishermen, carpenter…
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