God’s standards for leadership in the church are high. Unfortunately, today many evangelical churches today either deny or ignore those standards. Some congregations and denominations pick and those pastoral qualifications that seem most relevant and appropriate for the times, that satisfy personal preferences and that do not conflict to sharply with contemporary social standards and […]

In discussing the value of gifts to the church, and how they should be implemented in the church, Paul, under the direction of the Holy Spirit, said in 1 Corinthians 12:31 “… I show you a more excellent way.” While it is the Holy Spirit that gives gifts, it is the church’s responsibility to recognize […]

The most vital ministries in a church always included some that are not obvious. The faithful prayers and services of a few dedicated saints who hold no office frequently are the most reliable and productive channels of spiritual power in a congregation. Yet, those with less noticeable ministries are sometimes vulnerable to misunderstanding, and often […]