Minister’s Corner - 217 All Christians Are Servants Of The Lord

Loved ones, it seems to be difficult for some Christians to think of themselves as ministers of God. All Christians are servants; thus, they are ministers. We have made a great difference between the ministers who preach the Gospel and receive support from the church and the brethren who do not receive support. We believe this is one reason many will not accept the responsibility of being soul-winners.

Personal evangelism is a work that came into its own during the time of the early church when persecution fell upon the church at Jerusalem. We read about this in Acts 8:3-4. "3 As for Saul, he made havoc of the church, entering into every house, and haling men and women committed them to prison. 4 Therefore they that were scattered abroad went everywhere preaching the word." All the scattered Christians went about preaching the word. This is the reason the early church grew so fast.

From the beginning of this 21st century we have become more like the early church in winning souls for Christ. For a number of years prior to this period, we had very few conversions except at Gospel meetings, at which time several might obey the Gospel. Thankfully, we are now evangelizing throughout the year, realizing the urgency of obedience.

Paul, speaking to the elders at Ephesus before he departed to Jerusalem, said in Acts 20:20, "And how I kept back nothing that was profitable unto you, but have showed you, and have taught you publicly, from house to house." Paul set the example for us to follow. We must teach publicly and from house to house if we expect to reach the people in our community with the Gospel. Personal work is the most effective way to reach lost souls. Many could be working in this way for the Lord if they only believed they could. God is so good. We love you. Samuel – 12 July 26