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Originally Posted by Rico
Right. But it's not that big a stretch to apply those same principles to anyone wanting to be used in ministry. For one thing, it's like living in a glass house and there is a lot of pressure on people in ministry. Someone that is new to the faith should not have to deal with those kinds of pressures. It's a perfect recipe for disaster. Give people time to get established, strengthened, and settled in the faith before using them in ministry. It just makes sense. Six months is a good timeframe for letting someone test the waters of ministry, but in my opinion it should only be in supporting roles rather than full blown leadership.
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Sometimes supportive roles help someone keep occupied and off things
like drugs and alcohol.Things like helping with tape ministry or being a
greeter.Have you ever noticed how bubbly a new convert lady is? Its
a great witness.I played music on the platform.My pastor was strict but
then I did not mind as I had no self discipline what so ever.God sometimes
puts you in places where it is super discipline just so you might learn
to maintain a moderate level on your own.
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