In the sense that one can initiate evangelism; and establish church congregations throughout an entire new region we could say that Apostles still exist today among men. Scripture would necessitate that women are called to other roles; however and obviously no Apostle today has physically been present with Christ as it was in the early church.
These sort of callings would also get into the type of administration giftings tied in with say a local church Pastor. It differs; however as to a more of an itinerant mentality; where the churches themselves have pastors groomed (much like Paul did with Timothy) before moving on to another local church and eventually perhaps to a whole other region to do the same thing.
It seems somehow to be similar to the roles that many organizations perform today; such as the Southern Baptist Convention.
Unfortunately; with all the dangerous teachings that those associated with these large organizations seem to dance around at best or compromise to their level at worst are always of concern. There are enough problems with the pagan cultures in an area and influence of "damnable heresies" trying to come in without having to concern ourselves with playing politics to keep donations coming in. So there may be a place for an Apostle today. Again; we must be cautious and remember even among Paul and Peter open rebuke was necessary to resolve issues. There also needs to be as Paul had a resolute determination through the Spirit and a clear calling no matter what the cost. The same issues are going on today in churches as in Paul's time; as well as internationally like in the USA. Many fall away for one reason or another; or are found particularly overseas to be tempted to want to have the Prosperity Gospel message promises. It seems from writings I have seen from the mid 20th century for instance that God will use signs and wonders more with the new fields for harvest; and seems to reach many Muslims that way today.
Dear Mr Priday, Thanks for an interesting post, it was an easy read.
So it is also with the Kingdom of God. NOTHING IS Difficult.
If everything is in order with Apostles, Prophets, Miracles, Casting out evil spirits also further allows that one personally does not like. May have such a task in God's gifts. Would everyone have benefited from it.
Many leaders are afraid to let go of the Free Spirit, because then they themselves end up in the shadow of what is central. Because they are fighting a war with themselves.
LET THE SPIRIT RULE.
It is Jesus who must be central!
Put away the flesh and let the spirit lead.
Begin with praise and prayer.
Not the next meeting, for example. No one is perfect and it doesn't help anyone to think for themselves. As a rule, it turns out to be the opposite of what one thinks. And ALL who are to be leaders Must be a man and a woman. There we have the full Image of God.
If a man leads = for men.
If a woman leads = for women.
Unless man and woman stand together in leading. Will there be divisions in the flesh of Jesus. Because a congregation should not have a party for either men or women, it should serve them both.
I would like to point out that if the congregation does not consider a person to be neither a teacher nor a prophet. Then they make a big mistake in being biased and carnal. In such a congregation i would not have been standing. Because we all know what kind of gifts/presents we have received! And if the congregation does not let the gifts flow in the meetings, they will never see them either, and then it is easy to say that you do not have the gift you want to work in. Then the eye itself is sick. And needed and healed.
God bless u and yours in Jesus name, love u much in Christ. Luke 19:41-44
In the sense that one can initiate evangelism; and establish church congregations throughout an entire new region we could say that Apostles still exist today among men. Scripture would necessitate that women are called to other roles; however and obviously no Apostle today has physically been present with Christ as it was in the early church.
These sort of callings would also get into the type of administration giftings tied in with say a local church Pastor. It differs; however as to a more of an itinerant mentality; where the churches themselves have pastors groomed (much like Paul did with Timothy) before moving on to another local church and eventually perhaps to a whole other region to do the same thing.
It seems somehow to be similar to the roles that many organizations perform today; such as the Southern Baptist Convention.
Unfortunately; with all the dangerous teachings that those associated with these large organizations seem to dance around at best or compromise to their level at worst are always of concern. There are enough problems with the pagan cultures in an area and influence of "damnable heresies" trying to come in without having to concern ourselves with playing politics to keep donations coming in. So there may be a place for an Apostle today. Again; we must be cautious and remember even among Paul and Peter open rebuke was necessary to resolve issues. There also needs to be as Paul had a resolute determination through the Spirit and a clear calling no matter what the cost. The same issues are going on today in churches as in Paul's time; as well as internationally like in the USA. Many fall away for one reason or another; or are found particularly overseas to be tempted to want to have the Prosperity Gospel message promises. It seems from writings I have seen from the mid 20th century for instance that God will use signs and wonders more with the new fields for harvest; and seems to reach many Muslims that way today.
So it is also with the Kingdom of God. NOTHING IS Difficult.
If everything is in order with Apostles, Prophets, Miracles, Casting out evil spirits also further allows that one personally does not like. May have such a task in God's gifts. Would everyone have benefited from it.
Many leaders are afraid to let go of the Free Spirit, because then they themselves end up in the shadow of what is central. Because they are fighting a war with themselves.
LET THE SPIRIT RULE.
It is Jesus who must be central!
Put away the flesh and let the spirit lead.
Begin with praise and prayer.
Not the next meeting, for example. No one is perfect and it doesn't help anyone to think for themselves. As a rule, it turns out to be the opposite of what one thinks. And ALL who are to be leaders Must be a man and a woman. There we have the full Image of God.
If a man leads = for men.
If a woman leads = for women.
Unless man and woman stand together in leading. Will there be divisions in the flesh of Jesus. Because a congregation should not have a party for either men or women, it should serve them both.
I would like to point out that if the congregation does not consider a person to be neither a teacher nor a prophet. Then they make a big mistake in being biased and carnal. In such a congregation i would not have been standing. Because we all know what kind of gifts/presents we have received! And if the congregation does not let the gifts flow in the meetings, they will never see them either, and then it is easy to say that you do not have the gift you want to work in. Then the eye itself is sick. And needed and healed.
God bless u and yours in Jesus name, love u much in Christ. Luke 19:41-44
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