50 Truths Concerning Apostolic Ministry

8. Apostles are Given for the Perfecting of the Saints

For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry... Ephesians 4:12 o perfect means to equip. The saints need apostolic ministry to be equipped for service. The saints cannot be perfected without the ministry of the apostle. T When and where apostolic ministry is lacking, the saints will be lacking in their ability to do the work of the ministry. The apostle, along with the prophet, evangelist, pastor and teacher, has a part in this "perfecting". Following the death of the early apostles, the church went into apostasy and tradition. As a result, the ministry was relegated to the clergy. God, in this hour, is releasing all believers to do the work of the ministry. This began with the restoration of the truth of "the priesthood of all believers" that came through the REFORMATION. All believers can do the works of Jesus (John 14:12). Apostles help to perfect that which is lacking in our faith. Ministries are birthed and disciples are raised up as mighty ministers as a result of apostolic ministry. Believers are released to preach the gospel, heal the sick, raise the dead, and cast out devils through apostolic ministry (Matthew 10:1-8).

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