2021.06.27 Joe Helg (Ministry: The Function of the Church)

For many of us, we may see serving (whatever the capacity) as as a burden; it may be viewed as a chore; if you want to view it pessimistically it’s an avenue for free labour & resources for the church. Even for those in ministry, that may have started out as enthusiastically and excitable are soon discouraged and wondering ‘what’s the point or why even bother' mindset. This all comes from the mis-perception of what ministry is… ministry is service, ministry is sacrifice, ministry is others focused, ministry is the privilege that Christ Himself has made available for US as His followers, to play an active part is the work of building HIS church. He has ALLOWED us the blessing to give back to Him through privilege of SERVICE by offering, willingly, that which He has already given to us. Core Value #5: Ministry—the church to operate as a unified community of servants, fully equipped to humbly and faithfully steward their spiritual gifts, abilities, skills, time, money and resources for the common good. To watch the service click on this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbMEI_ABI2c Have a blessed day brothers & sisters!!