He appointed twelve that they might be with Him and to send them out... Mark 3:14 Yes, they were chosen to be sent out in ministry but notice First and foremost, they were chosen to be with Him
Many want the Spirit’s power but not the Spirit’s purity…
"Many want the Spirit's power but not the Spirit's purity. The Holy Spirit does not rent out His attributes. His power is never separated from His glorious Self." James A. Stewart
The Paradox of Control
Here is the paradox of Christian living. We must give up control of self to gain self-control. — Andy Mineo
Solo Ministry
“Pastors are not called to do ministry for people. Pastors are called to equip others to do ministry. Certainly, in most smaller churches, there’s some leadership for the pastor to do, but that should never be our main function no matter how small the church may be. The primary shift that most small church pastors … Continue reading Solo Ministry
Joined a Movement or Devoted to a Person?
"I’m afraid that too many have joined the movement of Christianity rather than having surrendered to the man of Christianity. These people are doing things for Christ, rather than sitting at the feet of Christ." -Adrian Rogers
