How much time do most congregations give their pastor?
Most congregations give their pastor no more than 20 minutes. That short weekly window is not enough for him to teach in depth, even if there is a Wednesday night Bible study. This lack of time in the church setting is why home Bible studies are encouraged to enhance and edify the church.
Les explains that the church just doesn't have time, and he doesn't blame pastors. Most congregations won't give their pastor more than 20 minutes, and the poor guy doesn't stand a chance to teach like this in 20 minutes once a week, even if they have a Wednesday night Bible study. So there has to be more time spent in the home in Bible study. He appreciates those using videotapes and books in home Bible studies, not to take away from the church, but to enhance and edify it.