EVERY BELIEVER HAS WORK TO DO

A church can't fulfill its work by hiring one man to do all its serving. Ephesians 4 describes Christ giving leaders for the perfecting of the saints, the work of the ministry, and the building up of His body. The passage then describes the whole body contributing to its growth. First Peter gives the responsibility to each believer. “As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.” First Peter 4:10 KJV. Teaching, hospitality, practical help, generosity, prayer, and care for people all provide opportunities for that stewardship. The gifts differ. The responsibility to use what God has entrusted doesn't. First Corinthians 12 explains why a body requires members doing different work. The person whose contribution receives less attention is still needed. None of that makes every believer an elder or gives everyone authority to teach whatever he wants. Scripture gives particular qualifications and responsibilities for church leadership. It does mean ordinary service belongs to the Christian life. A title isn't required before we can feed someone, encourage a struggling believer, explain the gospel, or faithfully care for our household. God sees the work and the motive. First Corinthians 4:2 requires faithfulness from stewards. Begin with the opportunities actually in front of you and the responsibilities He has already made clear. #MoreJoyMinistries