Rhema Apostolic Sermon Favorites (UPCI) Because of the Times 2024 - David Bernard - An Apostolic Church in COrinth
Jan 19, 2024
David Bernard, General Superintendent of the United Pentecostal Church International, discusses the significance of nurturing a healthy church environment focused on growth and collaboration. He delves into Christian leadership principles and the historical challenges faced by the diverse congregation in Corinth. Bernard connects the cultural struggles of Corinth with today's societal pressures, urging the church to confront these issues with faith and boldness, and emphasizes the importance of building an apostolic church amidst modern challenges.
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Emphasize Team Ministry
- Do foster a team ministry with a five-fold ministry to support the local pastor.
- Empower every believer as a priest and encourage shared influence in the church.
Servant Leadership and Accountability
- Lead through servanthood: the higher you aim, the more you need to serve.
- Practice accountability and shared governance for church strength.
Corinth's Cultural Context
- Corinth was a wealthy, cosmopolitan trade hub controlling north-south and east-west commerce in ancient Greece.
- It had a reputation for gross immorality centered around the temple of Aphrodite dominating the area.