Recruiting for ministry can be a difficult task. While we can blame the busyness of people for some of it, there are other factors. The recruitment problem possibly has more to do with people’s perception about church ministry and the value placed on it. Most people will make time for what they truly believe is important so disciple-making teachers need to emphasize that which will make students want to serve.
What We Teach About Ministry Matters if We’re Hoping for Students Who Want to Serve
What we communicate about ministry could make a big difference not only in people serving but also on their attitudes as they serve. Bible teachers must get beyond teaching what people “ought to do” to discipling them about the God-given privilege and eternal purpose of doing it.
- Serving is a way of showing love for God and also for people. Are we helping students develop the right motivation for serving?
- Serving is about giving of ourselves. Are we communicating the real essence of ministry?
- Serving is the logical response to understanding the great and holy God we have. Are we presenting a God worthy of being served?
- Serving is Christ-like. Are we lifting up the example of Jesus who came to serve, not be served?
Teacher Training Worksheet: The Teacher’s Role in Discipling Students toward Serving
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