Disciples, Please Read: Apostles in the Present-Day Church

The views on the office of the apostle in the present-day church have polarized into two opposing camps—cessationism and continuationism. In general, cessationists believe the office of the apostle ceased after the original twelve and Paul (Berg 2023), and continuationists believe the office of the apostle and miraculous spiritual gifts continue today. Although each camp …

The Measure of an Approved Ministry: Apostolic Truth

I have a heart for ministry leaders. In addition to being one, I see their struggles and their often thankless efforts in service to others. At the same time, when leaders get better, their followers also get better, and I want to improve and see other ministry leaders do the same. In my prayers, counsel, and observation of leaders in recent years, I have become concerned about how we measure success and how the body of Christ is influencing this situation.