ministry should not only show dependence on the Lord but also dependence on one another. In no way must the leadership think of themselves as self-sufficient. As MacArthur says, calls “God some people to be leaders and others to serve leaders. Sometimes those who serve leaders do that throughout their lives. Often, however, they are being prepared by God to be leaders themselves. But whatever the roles of the workers, when the Lord's work is done in the Lord's way, it will always be done with a spirit of unity, teamwork, and mutual dependence.” Personnel within the Young Reformers ministry will consist of the Senior Pastor of CCCF, the appointed young adults pastor, and a panel of men and woman who act as counselors and advisors within the ministry. no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of “Where counselors there is safety” (Proverbs 11:14). It is the genuine intent to duplicate, reproduce, and empower leadership in this ministry. Even a casual observation of the Great Commission in Matthew 28 will show that Jesus delegated and gave power away. The expectation is to develop, empower, and train disciples who will in turn disciple and lead others. Budget and Communication stewardship and cheap are different concepts. Like it or not, times have “Good changed. People are more quality conscious than ever. Their preference is for programs that look rehearsed and printing that appears professional, to name a few. Catering to their needs and concerns have all become a part of our cultural expectations. The church, perhaps more than any other organization, needs to care about how and where we spend our limited dollars. The temptation is to find the cheapest provider, the least expensive furnishings, the lowest bidder for service—thinking this is good stewardship! The previous insight highlights the need for the Young Reformers ministry to conduct itself with a spirit of excellence. Such excellence will require manpower and sufficient resources.
ministry should not only show dependence on the Lord but also dependence on one another. In no way must the leadership think of themselves as self-sufficient. As MacArthur says, “God calls some people to be leaders and others to serve leaders. Sometimes those who serve leaders do that throughout their lives. Often, however, they are being prepared by God to be leaders themselves. But whatever the roles of the workers, when the Lord's work is done in the Lord's way, it will always be done with a spirit of unity, teamwork, and mutual dependence.” Personnel within the Young Reformers ministry will consist of the Senior Pastor of CCCF, the appointed young adults pastor, and a panel of men and woman who act as counselors and advisors within the ministry. “Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counselors there is safety” (Proverbs 11:14). It is the genuine intent to duplicate, reproduce, and empower leadership in this ministry. Even a casual observation of the Great Commission in Matthew 28 will show that Jesus delegated and gave power away. The expectation is to develop, empower, and train disciples who will in turn disciple and lead others. Budget and Communication “Good stewardship and cheap are different concepts. Like it or not, times have changed. People are more quality conscious than ever. Their preference is for programs that look rehearsed and printing that appears professional, to name a few. Catering to their needs and concerns have all become a part of our cultural expectations. The church, perhaps more than any other organization, needs to care about how and where we spend our limited dollars. The temptation is to find the cheapest provider, the least expensive furnishings, the lowest bidder for service—thinking this is good stewardship! The previous insight highlights the need for the Young Reformers ministry to conduct itself with a spirit of excellence. Such excellence will require manpower and sufficient resources.
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