robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoTHE UNITY OF THE MINISTRY GIFTSAll the ministry gifts in the church are distinct callings but they are inter-related, working together harmoniously…robus resteemedgravity-protocol (67)in #blockchain • 6 years agoElectronic Document Circulation: Gravity Extended ContractOne of our most important missions for broader business adoption is to develop a full solution that includes…robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoLEADERSHIP OFFICES OF DEACONS AND ELDERSThe leadership offices of Deacons (1Timothy 3:8-13) and Elders are necessary in the church. They assist the leaders in…robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoTHE MINISTRY OF TEACHERS IS AN HONOURED SPIRITUAL OFFICEThe teacher is an honoured spiritual office but all teachers must be careful to live what they teach as they shall be…robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoTTHE NEED FOR TRUE TEACHERS IN THE CHURCHJesus commanded the apostles to teach (Matthew 28:19-20; 2Timothy 2:24). The church today needs true teachers for the…robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoTHE MARKS OF A TRUE TEACHERA true teacher is a custodian (keeper) of the kingdom's most valued treasure - The word of God. He is expected to…robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoTHE MINISTRY OF A TEACHERTeaching is a leadership gift. The Greek word "didaskalos" meaning 'master' is used to connote a teacher in the…robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoPASTORS ACCOUNTABILITYPastors are accouuntable to God for the very ways they handle the sheep. Good pastors always seek God's face for the…robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoTHE PORTRAIT OF A PASTORA pastor is known by the following characteristics: Called by God and not someone seeking honour, respect…robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoWHO IS A PASTOR?The Hebrew and Greek words translated 'pastor' in the scriptures are 'ra'ah' and 'poimen' respectively meaning…robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoTHE MINISTRY OF THE PASTORThe call to be a pastor is so important that not just anyone can take up the office. God promises His people in…robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoPHILIP - THE PATTERN OF AN EVANGELISTPhilip was one of the seven deacons chosen by the church at Jerusalem (Acts 6:2-5). His life is an example of someone…robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoSOME ARE CALLED AND GIFTED TO BE EVANGELISTSThe assignment of preaching the gospel is for all believers (Mark 16:15). All believers must do the work of an…robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoTHE MINISTRY OF THE EVANGELISTThe Greek word "evangelistes" translated evangelist means one who announces or spreads the good news of God's kingdom.…robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoJUDGING PROPHECIESProphecies must be judged according to God's word. The revealed word of God is the yardstick to determine the validity…robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoTHE MARKS OF TRUE PROPHETS AND TRUE PROPHESIESFalse prophesying comes from deceived hearts or those who spoke a borrowed message (Jeremiah 14:13-14) or people who…robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoDUTIES OF TRUE PROPHETSThose who are called to be prophets in the church have special duties to perform. It is not everyone who prophesies…robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoPROPHETS ARE NEEDEDThe church needs prophets today even as in the times past. However, care must be taken not to allow diviners to assume…robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoCHARACTERISTICS OF TRUE PROPHETSTrue prophets live holy life (2Kings 4:9) They operate under the influence of the Holy Spirit (Luke 1:67). Sometimes…robus (44)in #christianity • 6 years agoWHO IS A PROPHET?A prophet, simply put, is a "speaker" for God (Jeremiah 1:9). He proclaims a message given to him by God and not from…