Bible Question:
Amen! EveryHome. I did not expand my thoughts regarding the exhortations in Ephesians 4, but if you don't mind, I will here. The question about these 'five-fold' ministers is not how we 'translate' their Ministry into modern language, but ask, "What do they DO?" An apostle is a "...person(s) sent out by churches on special errands..." Ungers Bible Dictionary. He is a servant between churches. NOT a 'capital"A"' Apostle, a boss, a ruler, or the top of the ladder. The servant part goes for all ministries in the church. Prophets should prophesy God's relevant, living word to those God sends him to. Evangelists should bring forth the Good News, not just to the unsaved, but to those who have not yet become able to live it. Pastors should shepherd the flock, and I mean KNOW them. Teachers should teach the things of God, not just Sunday School, but wherever God sends them. I do believe that when the above ministry returns to the church, we will be closer to the unity of the faith. Friend, I agree that this is happening in many places. And I know that there are many, many servants in His church in America, but it is obvious to this 'outsider' that the church is full of arrogant 'ladder-climbers' and seekers of fame and fortune 'for the glory of God.' Recognizing these 'false' teachers and prophets will bring simplicity and humility and unity to the church. In case you haven't noticed, I preach about 'spiritual unity' now and then :-) In Christ Jesus. |
Bible Answer: Wonderfull that is what we are to do unity, ? are all prophets are all apostles, rhetorical it demands an answer. Jesus said in Luke 16:16 the law and the prophets were until john the baptist.Now the office of a prophet exhorts , lifts up and edifys the flock of God. there are only 12 apostles Rev 21:14 names of them the twelve apostles, remember for no other foundation can any man lay. love in Christ rcscroll Th.M |