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The disciples of Jesus? [Acts 8:26-40] The self-portrait of American pastors today, what is it? The Barna Group, an organization focused on church, ministry, and faith-related research, conducted a telephone survey of 627 pastors nationwide on their self-perception. The survey results summarized the pastors' self-perception on various aspects, including their ministry and interpersonal relationships, into seven categories. Among them, the second category is most relevant to today's passage: As educators, disciple trainers, and leaders, they showed high self-confidence. 98% of pastors responded 'I am a competent Bible teacher.' 9 out of 10 responded 'I am a competent leader,' saying they have a clear vision. 8 out of 10 responded 'I am a competent disciple trainer.' 7 out of 10 responded positively to 'I am closely involved in the local community.' Indeed, are our pastors as competen...