Music and the Ministry of a Prophet
In the Bible, music is sometimes associated with the ministry of a prophet. We see that with Samuel, Elisha, and David.
In the Bible, music is sometimes associated with the ministry of a prophet. We see that with Samuel, Elisha, and David.
Moses was very humble—more than any person on earth. But in our day, very few Christian leaders are humble. Congregations destroy leaders who are humble.
In ancient days, Aaron lifted up his hands toward the people and blessed them. This is sometimes called the “Priestly Blessing.”
God the Holy Spirit has a very unique ministry to us. It is to pray for us by groaning to God the Father.
The Lord Jesus calls us to resolve conflicts by approaching the other person in private. This saves face for the other person and avoids public scandal.
Melchizedek was the king of Salem and a priest of the Most High God. He brought out bread and wine. Then he blessed Abram and the Most High God.
Don’t waste your words. Say things that will minister to the people around you. But say those things according to the specific needs of each person.
Paul often strengthened the faith of believers by the “ministry of reminding.” He told them the essential truths of the faith, over and over again.
Paul saw certain people as his spiritual children. Maybe led them to faith in Christ. Or maybe he trained them as disciples. Do you have any spiritual children?
We Christians have great admiration for the Jewish people. Yet we have a proven history of treating them terribly. What is the right way forward?