20/11/2024
Young Professionals - Online Bible Study
MINISTRY OUTWEIGHS WORK
By Bro. Sir Micah Joel Manalastas Villa
OUTLINE:
* WHAT IS MINISTRY
* UNDERSTANDING THE PURPOSE OF MINISTRY
* BALANCE BETWEEN WORK AND MINISTRY
* THE REWARDS OF MINISTRY OVER SECULAR WORK
* PRACTICAL APPLICATION
What is Ministry?
We are all called to do ministry and even minister, but in all kinds of different ways so that the gospel can be proclaimed, the kingdom can be built, and God can be glorified - it is the calling of God.
In the New Testament, ministry is seen as service to God and to other people in His name. Jesus provided the pattern for receive service, but to give it.
Ministry is about giving of ourselves and our time, talents, and resources to bless and help others. The cry of minister is “someone’s got to do it, might as well be me."
When we serve in ministry, we will find our greatest joy and most fulfillment in life.
-Robert Hampshire (2020)
Acts 20:24
But I do not account my life of any value nor as precious to myself, if only I may finish my course and the ministry that I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God.
UNDERSTANDING THE PURPOSE OF MINISTRY.
MINISTRY AS A CALLING
Ephesians 2:10 - "For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them."
ETERNAL PERSPECTIVE OF MINISTRY
2 Corinthians 4:18 - "So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal."
Colossians 3:2 - "Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things."
BALANCE BETWEEN WORK AND MINISTRY
GOD'S PROVISION THROUGH WORK
2 Corinthians 9:8 - And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.
PRIORITIZING GOD ABOVE ALL
Matthew 6:33 - "But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well."
THE REWARDS OF MINISTRY OVER SECULAR WORK
HEAVENLY REWARDS
1 Corinthians 15:58 - Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.
IMPACTS ON LIVES
Galatians 6:9 - "Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up."
PRACTICAL APPLICATION
TIME MANAGEMENT
Allocate time for work and ministry, ensuring ministry remains a priority.
Ecclesiastes 3:1 - "There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.
SEEKING GOD'S GUIDANCE
Regularly pray for wisdom in balancing responsibilities.
Proverbs 16:3 - "Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans."
SERVEWHOLEHEARTEDLY
Approach ministry with passion and
commitment.
Colossians 3:23-24
23 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters,
24 since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.
CONCLUSION
* Ministry reflects our ultimate purpose of glorifying God and impacting eternity.
* While work is important, it should not overshadow our calling to serve Christ and others.
* Prioritize God's work and trust Him to provide for your earthly needs.
To all Young Professionals who wants to join our Online Bible Study you are welcome, join us every Tuesday from 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM!
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To God Be All The Glory
