Lets be honest, all preachers are not created the same. Some preachers are funny, some are serious, and some are just plain furious. Wouldn’t it be nice if there were a handy-dandy guide to go by before visiting a new church? Well, now there is! Say hello to “The Pooh Bear Guide to Preacher Personality”. This guide is simple to use, just read the description and decide for yourself which profile your preacher fits into, and because we’ve all heard of Pooh Bear and his friends a connection should be a snap. Some preachers may be a combination of several or all profiles; however, the one that is most dominant will be your preacher’s personality profile.Pooh Bear: Compassionate – This preacher is as passionate about his church members as Pooh is about honey… cherishing what he has and finding ways to get more. This preacher will go out of his way to help others, and offers grace whenever possible.
Tigger: Dynamic – This preacher is a great communicator. The stage is his friend and he “bounces” to life when in front of an audience. He is often characterized as being energetic and lively and holds a very active role as the leader of the church. (He may also talk about “bouncing through the process” a lot too.)
Piglet: Organized – This preacher has his work in order. Tidy is not the word to describe his desk… immaculate is. Nothing is left undone: phone calls are returned, paper work is completed, notes are written and studied, and plans are made well in advance. Disorganization causes chaos for this preacher, and as a result he is usually viewed as being nervous and uneasy.
Rabbit: Manager – This preacher views the church as a gardener manages his garden… by planting seeds, weeding the soil and harvesting the crop. The right tool is always used at the right time and the right people are always in the right places. This preacher is driven by a purpose to accomplish the goal that is set in front of him.
Eeyor: Monotonous – This preacher can see the good in most things because he sees the bad in everything. Although his gloomy outlook on life frequently overshadows the finer points of life, he is often respected as being a sensible preacher with a consistent attitude. However, his best attribute is his humble heart, which is rooted deep in his values.
Owl: Counselor – Shrewd, wise and perceptive are adjectives that describe this preacher. Although he may not be the most articulate, his wise council is often desired. A preacher with an Owl personality can generally help people with their problems (just as long as those people don’t mind the bitter truth).
So, there you have it… did you rate your preacher? If so, I urge you to contact him sometime this week and call him by his Pooh Bear Profile name. Explain to him what it means and then have him check out this site. Remember, most preachers will have a mixture of all these profiles, but one will generally surface to the top.
