7 Minimum Requirements Before Independent Ministry, By Billy Cole

There are certain minimum requirements one should have before going out to do the work of God.

1. You must have a stable/consistent experience with God.

2. Proof of being a real soul winner. It is possible to learn how to preach before becoming a soul winner. Anytime a person learns to preach or teach before becoming a soul winner, they become content in preaching and do not win souls.

3. A good knowledge of the Word of God is needed. The Holy Ghost will quicken the Word of God to us and convict us.

4. An experience of working with other men is needed. Submission to leadership (Pastor) is a must. It is also important to learn discipline. 

5. Proven leadership experience, it means that one has been in charge of something. Head of a Sunday school class, youth department leader, ladies ministry, etc.

6. You must love your family. Missionaries who have failed had a lack of welfare and love for their families.

7. You must set priorities. Is it worth doing? Does it get the job done? Is it fulfilling the great commission?

In the linked videos below, Rev. Billy Cole goes into more detail on the above stated principles.

Spiritual Preparation Part 9    Spiritual Preparation Part 10

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