There are three levels of leader development: children, youth and fathers. Children are born from above and possess spiritual gifts. Immature children may manifest an aptitude for apostleship, prophesy, evangelism, shepherding or teaching. Let these serve in minor roles for a time, under supervision. Youth are eager to do battle, to go to work, even to reproduce. Let them do so, not as ordained leaders, but in starting and leading new gatherings of new believers, as apprentices to a … [Read more...]
How to get God to keep His promises? Agree On Earth!
May 19, 2012 by 4 Comments
Every one of God's promises is "Yes" in him; therefore also through him the "Amen" is spoken, to the glory we give to God. 2 Corinthians 1:20 ESV Two volunteer church planters arrive by bus in a small town ten kilometers away from their homes, sent by their cell group to start another such group. They descend the steep steps, their Bibles and tracts hidden in shoulder bags. As the vehicle roars away in a cloud of diesel smoke, they lay hands on each other’s shoulders and pray. “Lord … [Read more...]