Serving with Others
1 Corinthians 12:11-12 (AMP) “All these things [the gifts, the achievements, the abilities, the empowering] are brought about by one and the same [Holy] Spirit, distributing to each one individually just as He chooses. For just as the body is one and yet has many parts, and all the parts, though many, form [only] one […]
Serving Through Trials and Tests
1 Peter 4:12-13 (AMP) “Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal which is taking place to test you [that is, to test the quality of your faith], as though something strange or unusual were happening to you. But insofar as you are sharing Christ’s sufferings, keep on rejoicing, so that when His glory […]
Faithful Stewardship
1 Corinthians 4:1-2 (AMP) “So then, let us [who minister] be regarded as servants of Christ and stewards (trustees, administrators) of the mysteries of God [that He chooses to reveal]. In this case, moreover, it is required [as essential and demanded] of stewards that one be found faithful and trustworthy.” Every minister, regardless of office […]
God’s Direction, not Men’s
Proverbs 19:21 (AMP) Many plans are in a man’s mind, but it is the Lord’s purpose for him that will stand (be carried out). One of the eternal mistakes that has been discovered that many make in respect to the Call is allowing the leading of human logic more than the leading of the Lord […]
Serving With Right Heart
Colossians 3:23-24 (AMP) “Whatever you do [whatever your task may be], work from the soul [that is, put in your very best effort], as [something done] for the Lord and not for men, knowing [with all certainty] that it is from the Lord [not from men] that you will receive the inheritance which is your […]
God’s Calling
Jeremiah 1:5 (AMP) “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you [and approved of you as My chosen instrument], and before you were born I consecrated you [to Myself as My own]; I have appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” Ministry is one of the most discussed topics amongst Christian folks […]
How to Walk in God’s Will (4)
Hebrews 11:8 (AMP) “By faith Abraham, when he was called [by God], obeyed by going to a place which he was to receive as an inheritance; and he went, not knowing where he was going.” Obedience is a vital key in walking in God’s will. God’s words and instructions are meant to be followed fully […]
How to Walk in God’s Will (3)
John 16:13 AMP “But when He, the Spirit of Truth, comes, He will guide you into all the truth [full and complete truth]. For He will not speak on His own initiative, but He will speak whatever He hears [from the Father—the message regarding the Son], and He will disclose to you what is to […]
How to Walk in God’s Will (2)
Proverbs 3:5-6 (AMP) “Trust in and rely confidently on the Lord with all your heart and do not rely on your own insight or understanding. In all your ways know and acknowledge and recognize Him, And He will make your paths straight and smooth [removing obstacles that block your way].” Prayer is a medium through […]
How to Walk in God’s Will (1)
Hebrews 11:5 (AMP) “By faith [that pleased God] Enoch was caught up and taken to heaven so that he would not have a glimpse of death; and he was not found because God had taken him; for even before he was taken [to heaven], he received the testimony [still on record] that he had walked […]