Description & Rationale

All believers have been called to be ministers of reconciliation in a fallen world (2 Cor. 5:18). This calling is not limited to a few believers but is for all; we are all a chosen people and a royal priesthood (I Peter 2:5, 9-10). However, according to our gifts, some have been given the opportunity and responsibility to have a role of equipping other believers in the Body of Christ. This sphere of influence or “ministry” is not so much a position as it is an avenue of service to others. This study focuses on this sphere of leadership and so it is crucial for the leader to fully comprehend the purpose of God in their life in order to be effective.

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Syllabus: 1.50 Ministry Calling

1.51 Syllabus

Description and Rationale

All believers have been called to be ministers of reconciliation in a fallen world (2 Cor. 5:18). This calling is not limited to a few believers but is for all; we are all a chosen people and a royal priesthood (I Peter 2:5, 9-10). However, according to our gifts, some have been given the opportunity and responsibility to have a role of equipping other believers in the Body of Christ. This sphere of influence or “ministry” is not so much a position as it is an avenue of service to others. This study focuses on this sphere of leadership and so it is crucial for the leader to fully comprehend the purpose of God in their life in order to be effective.

Objectives

Upon completion of this Competency the candidate should:

• Have a clearer understanding of their role in the Body of Christ as someone with an equipping gift.
• Have a greater awareness of how their “calling” is influenced by both their personality, giftings and role.
• Have started to take the necessary steps to grow in their areas of influence and calling, mitigating any weak or immature tendencies.
• Have had opportunity to articulate with an accountability partner or mentor their understanding of their role and calling in ministry.

Core Requirements

• The candidate will complete the following readings:

Mentoring thru Intentional Relationships, Guide 1, Chapter 1.3, pp. 83-98; 188-190.
Mentoring thru Intentional Relationships, Guide 2, Chapter 4.1, pp. 107-123.
Mentoring thru Intentional Relationships, Guide 1, Chapter 1.1, 49-64 (Personality Style).

• The candidate will complete the Ministry Calling Survey questions. If they have not previously completed the Personality Style Survey, and Personal Calling Statement, these should also be completed at this time.
• The candidate will also complete a 3-5 page summary paper incorporating observation from each of these requirements.

Mentoring Goals

• To help the candidate become more self aware as to their calling and potential motivations they may have to serve the Body of Christ in this capacity.
• From their own experience, the mentor will guide the candidate to identify any potential weaknesses and how to serve from a place of health and not personal need.
• Using the Candidate Evaluation and other resources provided, the mentor will design a development plan for the candidate in order to achieve competency in this foundational area of calling.

Candidate Evaluation

• The candidate will be evaluated as to their level of development in this competency (Undeveloped, Developed, or Proficient). Using the chart provided, the mentor will facilitate a discussion regarding personal calling and how the candidate can become a more effective servant leader.

Development Plan

• Based upon the Candidate Evaluation, an appropriate development plan will be designed to help the candidate grow in their particular sphere of influence.
• This will include further work from the core readings, additional comprehensive learning, supplemental assignments, and various practicums.