1 Timothy 5:17-25 is about setting high standards*. Its about the need for Christian leaders to be careful about the way they live so that we don’t bring Jesus’ name into disrepute and undermine our message. Christian Leaders should be honoured and cared for The elders who direct the affairs of the church well are worthy… Continue reading Accountability Counts
God’s message to South Africans
Although we live in a very beautiful country filled with amazing cultural diversity and many good things, we also live in a country that faces huge challenges. There is a growing, rich elite that seems unconcerned for the poor. There is growing poverty because of poor education and lack of resources. When listening to the… Continue reading God’s message to South Africans
Lessons for leaders (part 2)
In my previous blog I dealt with Elders in 1 Timothy 3:1-7. Elders are suitably qualified men who serve the people of God primarily by teaching the word of God. Now we look at deacons (v8-12). Servants In v8 we come to a new category of people, called deacons. Greek word is diakonos, which simply… Continue reading Lessons for leaders (part 2)
Lessons for Leaders
We love democracy. In fact, certain countries have invaded other countries to establish democracy. The Arab spring has as its goal democracy. No doubt democracy is a good thing, probably the best form of government in a fallen world. But we must remember that the church is not a democracy. We can’t just do what… Continue reading Lessons for Leaders
Why women should not be pastors
Why don’t we have any women pastors in our denomination? Why do men lead our Sunday church services? Does Christianity squash women? What place do women have in ministry? The Apostle Paul answers most of these questions in 1 Timothy 2:8-15, one of the most controversial passages in the Bible. The entire letter of 1… Continue reading Why women should not be pastors