02/17/2017
A word for the body of Christ: yes, there is a protocol for the way that things are handled within the Ecclesia. If you are over a ministry area, bringing your ministry plans to some extent before the pastor or overseer is honoring and pleasing in the sight of the Lord.
HOWEVER, this does not cross over into your personal life, or if you are feeling led to leave a ministry and go somewhere else, you do not need the approval of any man or woman. Yes, praying with a few friends who you know have Godly wisdom is important, but do not place your whole life in the hands of one man or woman. There are some in ministry who unfortunately (purposefully or not) abuse their position in order to manipulate people into what is their will. Please do not think that you are any less than your pastor, apostle, bishop or whatever title they may have. You do not have to run every single life decision by them - you run it by the Holy Spirit and other Godly council! We all have the same Holy Spirit.