Leadership in the Body of Christ
GTM – Leadership in the Body of Christ
By Lyall Johnston - 05/30/2025
Transcript:
In this insightful and timely message, Lyall Johnston tackles the critical subject of "Leadership in the Body of Christ," exploring the structure and purpose of ministry as ordained by God. Mr. Johnston begins by addressing a foundational question that has caused confusion in many churches: Are there apostles in the church today? He provides a clear biblical answer, explaining that while the original human apostles were unique witnesses to Christ's resurrection, the ultimate and living Apostle and High Priest of our faith is Jesus Christ himself.
Drawing extensively from the scriptures, particularly the books of Titus, 1 Timothy, and Ephesians, Lyall Johnston carefully outlines the God-given role and qualifications of elders and ministers. He emphasizes that their primary purpose is not to seek power or control, but to serve as humble shepherds under the authority of the Chief Shepherd, Jesus Christ. This service has a twofold objective: to "feed the flock" with sound doctrine from the Word of God and to "protect the flock" from the dangers of false teachers, divisive individuals, and heresies that seek to subvert whole households.
Mr. Johnston passionately explains that the ultimate reason God established elders in the church is for the "perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ." The goal is to bring all believers to a unity of faith and a mature understanding of the Son of God. This sermon is a powerful call for both leaders and congregation members to embrace their respective roles with humility, diligence, and a steadfast focus on imitating Christ, the one true Head of the Church.
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