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6. Strategic in the use of resources and people to accomplish God’s task

E. Satanic strategy to abort: function on natural gifting and personal ingenuity rather than on the Spirit’s leading and gifting

F. Key steps:

1. Discover the Spirit’s gifts.

2. Receive excellent training.

3. Hone your performance.

G. Results: dynamic working of the Holy Spirit

IV. Community

A. Definition: regards multiplying disciples in the body of Christ as the primary role of ministry

B. Key Scripture:

1. Eph. 4.9-15

2. 1 Cor. 12.1-27

C. Critical concept: For the growth of the Church – God’s leader uses all of his or her resources to equip and empower the body of Christ for her goal and task.

D. Central elements:

1. Genuine love for and desire to serve God’s people

2. Disciples faithful individuals

3. Facilitates growth in small groups

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4. Pastors and equips believers in the congregation

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5. Nurtures associations, networks among Christians and churches

6. Advances new movements among God’s people locally