04/05/2022
*MINISTERIAL ETHICS*
*PASTORS*
*PROPHETS,*
*APOSTLES,*
*EVANGELISTS,*
*Elders
*Teachers
*And the likes;*
*TOPIC* : *31 THINGS TO KNOW AND LEARN IN MINISTRY*
1. Ministry is patience. Don't quit!!!
2. Ministry will test you, no matter where you start from and what you start with.
3. Ministry blossoms with Diligence, Sincerity and Faithfulness.
4. Some friends will
be needed at different stages but you must be ready to let go when it is time.
5. No one can succeed alone in the ministry, you need mentors & partnership. Choose a Mentor whose like and ministry aligns with your calling. You need a mentor to guide and guard you.
6. Give the best at all time you are given opportunity. A well utilized opportunity can boost your ministry forever.
7. You may need to adopt some examples or emulate others. Use only good methods after approval by the Holy Spirit to improve your ministry. Dont merely copy others without Careful meditation and Holy Spirit appoval
8. Some pastors will never respect your calling. Don't impress those who do not value you.
9. Some pastor friends will never accept your personality. In fact they may jealous you. Be careful of your association. Associate with like- minds
*10. Some Pastor friends will always focus on your weakness and forget what God is achieving with you.*
11. You need discipline to stay alive with the word of God as a pastor.
12. There is a wisdom you will never get until the need arises in your ministry.
13. You must respect those who have gone ahead of you no matter their age.
*14. Value your family and spend time with your wife and children. Invest into your family and children's education*
15. Eat well and Rest well.
16. Avoid competing with anyone. Every man will receive his reward differently. Run your own race.
17. Never prioritize anything above the value of a soul in your ministry.
18. Run away from Adultery, alcohol, drinking and women
19. Put structures in place but be open hearted to the leadings
