Comments on: a question for you all

By: Connie Linsky

Connie Linsky — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 17:08:51 +0000

Rather than rushing to a Bible Dictionary (too easy?) I prefer to see what Scripture can teach me first. Ephesians 4:12 tells us that the gifted leaders of the church are equippers of the saints so they can do the work of “ministry” (KJV). That word is “diaconia” meaning “serving” and is translated “the work of service” in the NAS. Paul next qualifies that by adding “…to the building up of the body of Christ.” So, my personal definition is: “Ministry is anything I do for others in the name of Christ and in the power of the Holy Spirit that builds them up as followers of Christ, especially in the context of the local church.”

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Opinions « — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 03:05:42 +0000

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By: clearish

clearish — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 11:38:47 +0000

Yes I’m looking for a “definition.” Thanks for your input Nina, I miss you!

By: Nina

Nina — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 06:20:18 +0000

Hmm… Like the definition of ministry? A specific area in which one chooses to lay down their life and serve another for the glory of God. The method with which you spread the gospel of Christ whether directly or indirectly.

And if that’s not what you wanted, well then ask it again, lol!

Love ya!