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7 WAYS TO RELATE WITH YOUR PASTOR

by APOSTLE ISAAC KODUA

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7 WAYS TO RELATE WITH YOUR PASTOR

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Any time God wanted to do anything on the face of the earth, He sends a Man. When He wanted to populate the earth He sent Adam, When He wanted to deliver the world from the flood, He sent Noah, When He wanted to build a nation Israel, He sent Abraham, When He wanted to deliver the people of Israel from slavery, He sent Moses When He was sending a savour to the world, He sent Jesus Christ, And when He wanted a preacher to reach out out to the Gentiles, He sent Paul. When He wanted to send someone to start Entrance Glory Chapel, He sent Apostle Isaac Kodua. 1. Pray for your Pastor (1Thessolians 5:25) 2.Give to him a. give your time. b. give your money. C. give your understanding (Galatians 6:6) 3. Honour Him 4.Find a way to Lighten the ministry burden (2 Kings 4:10) 5.Stand with him during difficult times (Colossians 4:14) (2 Timothy 4:10) 6. Be part of the vision. Short term and long term Vision. 7.Relate with your man of God. One of the main interfaces of divine blessing is the man of God. Hossia 12:13. EIGHT THINGS YOU SHOULD NOT DO AT CHURCH. 1. Talking and chatting on phone while Service or the Word of God is on. 2. Coming to Church Late but demanding to sit in front, it distract others. 3. Speaking all manner of things against your Church but you are still in the Church (You don't pollute the water while you still hope to drink from that same water. 4. Disagreeing with Ushers in the Church.

Table of contents

  1. 1Divine Messengers: God's Chosen VesselsExplore how God always sends specific men to execute His plans, from Adam to Paul. This chapter sets the stage for Apostle Isaac Kodua's divine appointment for Entrance Glory Chapel.
  2. 2The Pastor: A Conduit of BlessingDiscover the vital role of the 'man of God' as an interface for divine blessings, referencing Hosea 12:13. Understand how a right relationship unlocks spiritual favor.
  3. 3Foundation of Faith: Praying for Your ShepherdLearn the scriptural imperative of praying for your pastor (1 Thessalonians 5:25). This is the first, crucial step in building a strong, supportive relationship.
  4. 4The Gift of Giving: Time and ResourcesDelve into the principle of giving to your pastor. This includes the valuable offering of your time and financial support, recognizing their labor.
  5. 5The Gift of Giving: Understanding and SupportExpand on giving by understanding the pastor's perspective (Galatians 6:6). Offer your comprehension and support, acknowledging the sacrifices made.
  6. 6Honoring the Anointed: Respect and ReverenceUnderstand the biblical call to honor your pastor. This chapter emphasizes showing respect and valuing the office and the person God has placed in it.
  7. 7Sharing the Load: Lightening the Ministry BurdenExplore practical ways to lighten the pastor's load (2 Kings 4:10). Discover how congregants can actively assist in ministry tasks and responsibilities.
  8. 8Standing Strong: Support in Difficult TimesLearn the importance of standing with your pastor during trials (Colossians 4:14, 2 Timothy 4:10). Be a source of encouragement and steadfastness.
  9. 9Embracing the Vision: A Shared JourneyUnderstand the pastor's vision, both short-term and long-term. Discover how to align yourself with this divine purpose, becoming an active participant.
  10. 10The Art of Relating: A Holistic ConnectionThis chapter synthesizes the previous principles, focusing on the overall art of relating to your 'man of God' for mutual spiritual growth and church advancement.
  11. 11The Unseen Conflict: Pitfalls in WorshipIntroduce the 'Eight Things You Should Not Do at Church.' This chapter begins by addressing distractions like talking on phones during services.
  12. 12Disrupting the Sanctuary: Lateness and DisrespectContinue the 'Eight Things' with the issue of arriving late and demanding preferential seating, highlighting how it disrupts others and shows disrespect.
  13. 13Poisoning the Well: Speaking Against the ChurchAddress the destructive habit of speaking negatively about the church while remaining a part of it. Use the metaphor of polluting one's own water source.
  14. 14Authority and Order: Disagreeing with UshersExamine the importance of respecting church order and authority, specifically addressing improper disagreements with ushers and their role.
  15. 15The Seeker's Awakening: A Journey of UnderstandingFollow 'The Seeker' as they begin to grasp the principles of relating to the pastor, moving from passive observation to active engagement.
  16. 16The Wise Elder's Counsel: Guiding PrinciplesIntroduce the 'Wise Elder' who embodies the '7 Ways.' They offer practical, scripture-based advice to 'The Seeker' and the congregation.
  17. 17The Critic's Stance: Resistance to ChangeContrast 'The Seeker' with 'The Critic,' who embodies the negative behaviors. This chapter highlights the challenges of resistance and spiritual immaturity.
  18. 18Transforming the Atmosphere: Unity in ActionShowcase the congregation actively applying the '7 Ways.' Witness the shift in the church's atmosphere as unity and support replace division.
  19. 19Unlocking Divine Potential: Blessings UnleashedThe climax: The church experiences a breakthrough as the principles are fully embraced. Divine blessings flow abundantly through unified support for the pastor.
  20. 20A Legacy of Faith: The Fruit of Right RelationshipsConclude by reinforcing the power of a proper relationship with the 'man of God.' This fosters spiritual growth, fulfills God's purpose, and secures lasting blessings.

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