Ministry
The hands-on demonstration of Christianity to one another and to the community we serve is ministry. God has put a high priority on ministry. The Bible says, “By this shall all men know that you are my disciples-that you have love for one another.” (John 13:35)
Prayer
The first thing the early church did when they assembled was pray together. Prayer is the fuel that drives the ambitious priorities of the church and the spiritual power that changes the world. Christ demonstrated the power of prayer by making it a priority of His earthly ministry. If the Church is going to be effective, it must pray. (Acts 1:14, John 17, 1 Peter 5:7)
Discipleship
To educate God’s people in God’s word is discipleship. Discipleship brings about fulfillment and maturity in the church. “Let us leave the elementary teachings about Christ and go on to maturity.” (Hebrews 6:1)
Evangelism
The communication of God’s word to a lost world is evangelism. The Bible declares that God is not willing for anyone to perish and that God’s desire is for His house to be full. The Bible places the responsibility of evangelism on the church. “His intent was that through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known.” (Ephesians 3:10, II Peter 3:9)
Worship
Every time we enter the presence of God we worship. There are many expressions of worship including: singing, commitment, praying, hearing the word of God, giving, baptism, meditating, and the celebration of the Lord’s Supper. (Matthew 4:10, John 4:23-24)
