But what does it mean?

My last blog did not answer the question of what is effective ministry. I hope this will open a discussion amongst my ministry constituents.

As I sit and think of the ministry of Christ, I admit that I am looking to plagiarize. Here is the problem – Christ preached, listened, called out, offered grace, was stern, was loving, got angry, wept, observed Law, abolished Law, healed, and forgave. Jesus was public, he prioritized privacy, he taught, he got frustrated with stupid questions, he ministered to thousands, focused on a few, even did it one on one. He healed the sick then let one die so he could raise him to life. Jesus was praised and he was hated, he spoke out boldly but then stood silent at his trial.

Here are my observations: Christ loved the people. Christ never lost sight of his calling. My only assertion at this point is that effective ministry must be dedicated and people oriented. Now I will ask the church board question – what does this look like?