Philippians 4:6 Remember to put aside my fears and anxieties, and instead, pray about these things. And be thankful for everything, knowing that God hears me.
1 Timothy 2:1-2 Pray for everyone. Lift up the needs of others to the Lord and don't forget to thank the Lord for all He has done. Even pray for those in authority over us, that they too may be blessed.
James 5:16 Don't harbor sin within myself, but confess it to others. Be transparent. Let others know I make mistakes, but that those mistakes are forgiven by the grace of Christ. Ask others to pray for me just as I willingly pray for them. Be confident that our prayer is heard by the Lord, who is powerful and able to respond.

Joshua 1:8 Remain in the Word continually. Immerse myself in it. As a result, it will then leak out into my behavior.
Acts 2:42 Don't neglect fellowshipping and connecting on a relational level with one another. Also, don't stray from the valid doctrine of God's Word. In addition, don't stop praying in all occasions.
Colossians 3:16 I mustn't skim the surface of God's word, but dig deep. Then share what I learn with others and be thankful to God for all these wonderful gifts.

Wanting to run when others want only to walk (or even crawl), inability to please everyone, lack of good communication at times, gossip, inability to separate political opinion from doctrinal truth.

Wanting to run when others want only to walk (or even crawl), inability to please everyone, lack of good communication at times.

Persevere in both my behavior and my teaching. I suppose both are equally important. If I teach the Word of God yet live a life contradictory to it, I am a double-minded man. My behavior and my speech must parallel -- and both ought to be in alignment with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

We don't want to nurture our sinful behavior, but rather confess it, so that our testimony and witness doesn't come under ill repute.

Acts 6:2-4 Lay Leader: Both pastors and lay leaders are mentioned here. But as for lay leaders, some of the qualifications listed are: good reputation and full of the Spirit and wisdom.
1 Timothy 3:1-7 Pastor: Above reproach, husband of one wife, sober minded, self controlled.
1 Timothy 3:8:13 Lay Leader: dignified, not double-tongued, not addicted to much wine, not greedy.

Sacrifice, courage, humility, forgiveness, love.

At Stavanger, the deacons perform an annual pastoral interview where ministry is evaluated, past goals are reviewed and new goals are set.

Colossians 3:15-17 emphasizes the importance of peace, gratitude, and a focus on Christ in our hearts and actions. Regarding accountability, God intends for believers to provide it in a spirit of love, humility, and mutual edification. This involves encouraging one another to live in accordance with Christ's teachings, fostering an environment where accountability is rooted in a desire for spiritual growth and unity in Christ.

Keep an eye out for the need, and offer to visit with them.

I'm not sure what the right answer is to the first part of this question, I searched through chapter 11 but didn't seem to find it. The congregation should provide pastoral care, "Lay leaders of healthy congregations understand that their pastors and other professional church workers and their families need to be cared for just as God's faithful servants care for them." (196).

Spiritual: Lay leaders can support professional church workers spiritually by regularly praying for them, fostering a culture of encouragement and spiritual growth, and providing opportunities for rest and retreat to nurture their own relationship with God.; Church Responsibilities: Lay leaders can assist professional church workers by offering practical help, sharing the workload when possible, and providing constructive feedback.; Family: Lay leaders could consider organizing family-friendly events, recognize and respect family time boundaries, and offer emotional and practical support.; Physical: Support in physical aspects involves promoting a healthy work-life balance, encouraging self-care practices, and addressing any physical needs that may arise.; Mental: Lay leaders can contribute to the mental well-being of professional church workers by fostering an open and understanding atmosphere, acknowledging the challenges they may face, and provided support when needed. ; Social: Creating opportunities for social connection and building a sense of community is crucial. Lay leaders can organize social events, and foster a culture of inclusivity.; Financial: Financial support can come in the form of fair compensation, transparent communication about financial matters, and providing assistance during times of need.

In Galatians 6:6-7, believers are encouraged to share in all good things with their instructors. 1 Timothy 5:17-20 emphasizes honoring and financially supporting elders who lead well. 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 encourages respect and esteem for those who labor among the believers. These passages show that church members should offer financial support, honor, and respect to pastors and professional church workers.

The Philippians showed care to Paul through financial support, and Onesiphorus cared for Paul by seeking him out and offering support during imprisonment.

We would likely be more spiritually unified.

Having more time to: check in with each other, do devotional readings, and Bible study. Also having more time to discuss future events.