Randy Bell
29 Feb 2016

StraightTalk Video

Is Your Church Full of Immature Brats?

 

You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great men hold them in subjection [tyrannizing over them. Not so shall it be among you; but whoever wishes to be great among you must be your servant,  And whoever desires to be first among you must be your slave— Just as the Son of Man came not to be waited on but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many [the price paid to set them free].”[Matt 20:25-28 (AMP)]

Churches have adult bullies, “know it alls”, and trouble makers. They cause arguments, division, and grief for the pastors. They cause fights in the worship band, hurt feelings with the media team, and pressure the leadership with demands and threats. The churches fall into conflict! Because of these issues, many people in our day run away from the church, reject “the traditional church” or judge the pastor. Is that how God wants His disciples to handle situation?

For more answers go straight to the Book, the Bible. Thank you for watching Straight Talk for Narrow Road Followers of Jesus. If these messages have been a help to you, please pass them on to others through email, facebook and twitter.

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Randy Bell
29 Feb 2016

StraightTalk Video

Why Your Pastor Cannot Babysit You

 

The constant demand of American adults who expect their pastor to magically keep up with their every need, visit them if they missed a Sunday worship gathering, and personally make them feel good through all issues of life is pathetic. This is NOT want Jesus did when He walked the earth, nor is it what He taught His followers to do.

It really is time for a CHANGE inside the church! Your pastor has bigger things to do. “Now these are the gifts Christ gave to the church: the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, and the pastors and teachers.12 Their responsibility is to equip God’s people to do his work and build up the church, the body of Christ.” [Eph 4:11-12 (NLT)]

My friend, stop being a spiritual fan, and take on the responsibility of God’s work. The pastor is the coach, not the player. You are.

For more answers go straight to the Book, the Bible. Thank you for watching Straight Talk for Narrow Road Followers of Jesus. If these messages have been a help to you, please pass them on to others through email, Facebook and twitter.

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Randy Bell
29 Feb 2016

StraightTalk Video

Preachers and Paychecks

 

Let’s start with Jesus, he quit his job as a carpenter and for the time of his ministry took support from a bunch of women. They gave him food, clothing and money when he needed it. They completely supported him. Yes the God of heaven who could turn stones into bread received continuous financial support from a group of women who traveled with him.

They also cooked for the disciples and supplied their needs. Say what you want, but Jesus accepted money while he preached the Word across the country. God’s Word translation spells it out clearly, “Joanna, whose husband Chusa was Herod’s administrator; Susanna; and many other women. They provided financial support for Jesus and his disciples.” [Luke 8:3 GW]

So what does God expect from the church today in regards to a pastor’s financial support? What does God expect you to do? You won’t believe what the Bible says!

For more answers go straight to the Book, the Bible. Thank you for watching Straight Talk for Narrow Road Followers of Jesus. If these messages have been a help to you, please pass them on to others through email, Facebook and twitter.

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