Ministry-More Compassionate
Thursday, September 1, 2011 at 6:02 AM 
Ministry is not about meeting the surface needs of all the followers. Young leaders let Ray Johnston know of their desire to be led well by elder leadership.
As I picture it, it's great to give the passing, "Praying for you," when rubbing shoulders with someone you know has a need. But is that really compassion?
Some show compassion by reaching out to the less fortunate. Others champion the rights of those who can't defend themselves. Maybe, compassion can be extended to those in your own family. How cool would it be for a teenager to really understand and empathize with a parent going through a tough time... instead of consistently being focused on their own world... their own emotions... and their own needs?
Are you short on compassion anywhere in your life? I think I'll go hug my kids.
Reader Comments (2)
Ministry is not about meeting the surface needs of all the followers........
Then why do you constantly keep bringing up surface issues on your blog?
How about focusing on the spiritual need of every soul?
Why bring up Ray Johnston and the young leaders desiring to be led well by elder leadership?
Why do you mention this? "As I picture it, it's great to give the passing, "Praying for you," when rubbing shoulders with someone you know has a need. But is that really compassion? Some show compassion by reaching out to the less fortunate. Others champion the rights of those who can't defend themselves. Maybe, compassion can be extended to those in your own family."
A true need would be Air, Water, Food and maybe shelter - clothing. But to say I NEED compassion, or to be understood is missing the spiritual need.
JACK, what seems to be the problem? It seems you have an axe to grind with someone. If you knew me and our church at Impact... you'd know that we care about shelter, clothing, water, food, and more. Maybe we could talk offline?