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What is Ministry Supposed To Do

2 Corinthians 3

1. Introduction and Speaker Background

• Acknowledgment of the theological and moral crisis in the church and nation
• Introduction of Warren Wiersbe as an exemplary ministry figure
• Reflection on Warren Wiersbe's spiritual journey, conversion experience, and love for studying the Bible

2. Defining Ministry

• Differentiation between activity and true ministry
• Various roles in ministry: preacher, choir, instrumentalists, ushers, and congregation
• Emphasis on everyone having a role in ministry

3. The Purpose of Ministry

• Main Point: The goal of ministry is likeness to Jesus Christ
• Ministry should aim for transformation into Christ’s image
• Critique of superficial measures of ministry success (e.g., statistics)
• Discussion on Christlike attitudes, humility, service, and sacrifice
• Differentiation between conformers and transformers in the church

4. The Means of Ministry

• Main Point: Ministry is powered by the Spirit of God using the Word of God
• Three metaphors for ministry:
  • Writing a Letter: Ministry writes on the human heart through the Spirit
  • Removing a Mask: True transformation requires authenticity and vulnerability
  • Looking in a Mirror: Reflection on God’s Word transforms believers to reflect Christ’s glory
• Critique of inauthenticity and superficial appearances in church settings

5. The Evidence of Ministry

• Main Point: The evidence of true ministry is freedom
• Freedom is defined as life controlled by truth and motivated by love
• Discussion on the superficial versus transformative results in ministry
• Critique of churches as spectator events rather than participatory worship experiences
• True freedom comes from the Spirit's work in the heart

6. Practical Application and Final Thoughts

• Encouragement for preachers and ministers to allow the Word and Spirit to transform them first
• The importance of authenticity in ministry and leadership
• A vision of a transformed congregation marked by freedom, love, and Christlikeness

7. Closing Prayer

• A heartfelt plea for God to make ministers and congregants true transformers
• Desire for God’s Word and Spirit to bring lasting change and glorify Christ

 

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