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Ministry is one of the essential pillars of Christianity besides worshiping God, the Community of believers, and missions in several ways. The term ‘Christian Ministry’ refers to the professional responsibilities of a missionary, pastor, or parachurch worker. Christian ministry is something every Christian should do in different stages of life. To minister means to serve God; even Jesus came to serve, not to be served. Most people have misconceptions regarding the meaning of Christian ministry today. They believe that the word ministry refers to a church, a Christian organization, or a specific department in local churches. There is a misconception that people who give full-time services in the church, such as pastors or missionaries, are the ones who do ministry. However, Biblically, the word ministry is translated to service or to serve. So, in simple words, ministry refers to the act of service to spread the word of God and the gospel of Christ. It means to serve and let others know about the Glory of God. People who serve God do ministry, and there is no need to be a pastor or missionary to give services to God. Every individual can do it. Anyone who seeks to serve God and glorify His name is a minister. In simple words, every Christian plays the role of a minister because Holy Spirit has gifted each Christ believer to persuade believers with the message to serve God.
Doing ministry is not limited to preaching God’s message or singing in the choir. It is beyond that. Service to God also includes helping the poor, spreading the gospel to a stranger or friend, or using the internet and social media platforms to spread the word of God. The method of serving God is not just preaching but filmmaking, book writing, and other skills that can be used to benefit God’s kingdom and His glory.
Numerous people work to spread the word of God. They translate God’s message in an easier translation that is understandable to today’s generation. The translation of God’s message should not just speak the words but also the core essence of the message. Translation of the Bible spreads the word of God to the common people. One prominent example of such a minister comes from Brian W. Simmons – a true pioneer in ministry, passionate God lover, and Bible translator.
Brian Simmons is an American author, Bible translator, and minister, born on May 28, 1951, in Eureka, Kansas. He is known for serving as a lead translator at The Passion Translation. He has authored numerous books, commentaries, study materials, and devotionals to spread the word of God among modern readers. Though he was not born Christian, he is a passionate servant of God who converted to Christ dramatically in 1971. Besides answering the call of God and spreading His message, Dr. Simmons created a strong educational background. He went to New York, earning his Doctorate of Practical Ministry from Wagner University.
Brian suffered from drug addiction in his early years, but he changed his ways after converting to Chris. He and his wife, Candice Simmons, answered the call of God and dedicated their life to serving him. The couple has been married for more than fifty years and has served God for decades. Brian and Candice are pioneers in ministry and spreading the word of God to unreached people. Brian has spread God’s teachings, message, and His Glory by writing the Bible’s translations and numerous books. The couple has three children, six grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.
Brian and Candice moved to the rainforest of Central America with their three children, where they created ministries. As a Bible teacher, he established various churches and traveled to local churches worldwide. He has written various books, devotionals, and Bible studies that deliver the true essence of the word of God.
Brian Simmons – a true pioneer in ministry, has spread the message of God in several ways. God has created this world and wants His followers to live in peace and harmony. People like Brian delivers His message to modern readers and help them understand His message with the right essence.
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