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Duties and Responsibilities of the Pastor of Elohim Bible Baptist Church (EBBC), Marilao

Elohim Bible Baptist Church (EBBC), located at RMS Compound, Sta. Rosa, Marilao, Bulacan, was established as a commissioned church on July 17, 2022, rooted in the Matthew 6:33 covenant ("But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you," KJV) of the RMS Medical Center Board of Trustees. It began under the spiritual leadership of WCCTM, Inc. founder Dr. Charlie M. Saquian, alongside Pastor Teody Marqueses as the first authority Pastor and Pastor Jaymar Sicabalo as Pastoral Office Director. In 2024, Preacher Chedon Empestan succeeded as Pastoral Office Director and was ordained as Pastor in December 2024, subsequently succeeding Pastor Teody Marqueses. This progression aligns with Baptist polity, emphasizing the autonomy of the local church and the scriptural qualifications for pastoral leadership (1 Timothy 3:1-7, KJV).

As a fully commissioned, independent Baptist church from its inception, EBBC operates as a self-governing New Testament assembly, with Christ as its sole Head (Colossians 1:18, KJV: "And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence"). This reflects key Baptist Distinctives:

• Autonomy of the Local Church: Free from external control, governed congregationally under biblical authority.

• Bible as Sole Authority: Guided exclusively by the King James Version (KJV) Scriptures.

• Two Scriptural Offices: Pastor (elder/bishop) for oversight and deacons for service.

• Congregational Governance: The pastor leads humbly, with the body affirming major decisions.

• Priesthood of the Believer: Empowering members for direct access to God, with the pastor as equipper.

The pastor—whether Pastor Teody Marqueses, Pastor Jaymar Sicabalo, or Pastor Chedon Empestan—serves as undershepherd, called by the congregation and accountable to Christ. His obligations embody a commitment to the church's founding covenant, prioritizing God's kingdom while fulfilling timeless scriptural duties. Below are the primary responsibilities, anchored in KJV Scripture.

1. Preach and Teach the Word of God Faithfully

Central to EBBC's mission, the pastor expounds Scripture to edify the flock, aligning with the church's covenantal focus on seeking God's righteousness first.

• Baptist Tie-In: Reinforces biblical authority in an autonomous setting.

• KJV Scriptures:

  • 2 Timothy 4:1-2: "I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ... Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine."

  • 2 Timothy 2:15: "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth."

• EBBC-Specific Obligation: Uphold the Matthew 6:33 covenant through doctrinal preaching, ensuring the church remains grounded as it grows independently.

2. Shepherd and Oversee the Flock of God

The pastor provides spiritual care, guiding EBBC's members as a servant-leader, especially during leadership transitions like those in 2022 and 2024.

• Baptist Tie-In: Emphasizes pastoral oversight without hierarchical dominance.

• KJV Scriptures:

  • 1 Peter 5:2-4: "Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking the oversight thereof, not by constraint, but willingly... being ensamples to the flock."

  • Acts 20:28: "Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers..."

• EBBC-Specific Obligation: Foster unity amid succession, modeling the humility seen in the church's founding under Dr. Saquian and initial pastors.

3. Administer the Ordinances and Lead Worship

Overseeing baptism and the Lord's Supper, the pastor leads worship that honors the church's covenantal origins.

• Baptist Tie-In: Maintains the two ordinances as symbols in a regenerate membership.

• KJV Scriptures:

  • Matthew 28:19-20: "Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost..."

  • 1 Corinthians 11:23-26: "For I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto you..."

• EBBC-Specific Obligation: Ensure ordinances reflect the priority of God's kingdom, strengthening the congregation at RMS Compound.

4. Lead in Evangelism, Outreach, and Missions

The pastor directs soul-winning efforts, extending EBBC's influence in Marilao and beyond, true to its commissioned start.

• Baptist Tie-In: Promotes soul liberty and the Great Commission.

• KJV Scriptures:

  • Mark 16:15: "Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature."

  • Acts 1:8: "...ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth."

• EBBC-Specific Obligation: Build on the spiritual leadership of WCCTM, Inc., by equipping members for outreach linked to the RMS Medical Center community.

5. Provide Pastoral Care, Counseling, and Visitation

Offering compassionate ministry, the pastor supports the flock's needs, embodying the covenant's promise of added blessings.

• Baptist Tie-In: Supports the priesthood of believers through equipping.

• KJV Scriptures:

  • James 5:14: "Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him..."

  • Galatians 6:1-2: "Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault... restore such an one... Bear ye one another’s burdens..."

• EBBC-Specific Obligation: Address the unique context of the Sta. Rosa community, providing care that integrates faith with daily life at the RMS Compound.

6. Oversee Administration, Equip Leaders, and Maintain Order

In collaboration with the Pastoral Office Director and congregation, the pastor manages church affairs, as seen in orderly successions.

• Baptist Tie-In: Upholds the two offices in congregational governance.

• KJV Scriptures:

  • Ephesians 4:11-12: "...pastors and teachers; For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry..."

  • 1 Timothy 3:1-2: "If a man desire the office of a bishop, he desireth a good work. A bishop then must be blameless..."

• EBBC-Specific Obligation: Train successors, as exemplified by the transitions from Pastor Marqueses to Pastor Empestan, ensuring continuity.

7. Live as a Godly Example and Give Account

The pastor's life must exemplify the covenant, inspiring EBBC's members.

• Baptist Tie-In: Demands integrity in regenerate leadership.

• KJV Scriptures:

  • 1 Timothy 4:12: "...be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity..."

  • Hebrews 13:17: "Obey them that have the rule over you... for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account..."

• EBBC-Specific Obligation: Mirror the founding vision of Dr. Saquian and initial leaders, accountable for the church's kingdom-focused growth.

In essence, the pastor of EBBC carries a sacred trust: to shepherd the church in alignment with its Matthew 6:33 covenant, Baptist distinctives, and KJV Scriptures. The congregation supports him through prayer and honor (1 Thessalonians 5:12-13), as together they seek God's kingdom in Marilao, Bulacan. This role ensures EBBC flourishes as a faithful, autonomous beacon of the gospel.