It’s unfortunate, but far too many of us Christians have lost sight of what ministry is supposed to look like. We’re like an abandoned lighthouse that once guided ships through the darkness and fog, but now, are nothing more than a hollow shell of a Christian that only serves as a reminder of what once was. We obtained approval, was appointed to the ministry we always wanted, but somewhere along the way, completely lost sight of what ministry is all about. Ministry isn’t a title or a position. It’s not about the size of the crowd involved in our work, nor is it about the approval of our peers. It’s about a calling, a desire, and a passion to share the love of Jesus in all that we do. Paul, in Romans 15:1-2, reminds us of what this is supposed to look like. “Those of us who are strong and able in the faith need to step in and lend a hand to those who falter, and not just do what is most convenient for us. Strength is for service, not status. Each one of us needs to look after the good of the people around us, asking ourselves, “How can I help?”
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