Church Devoted To Jesus

A church that is devoted to Jesus is one that stays true to the Scriptures.

God’s way of balancing the church

Prophet – “Do you hear what God is saying to the Church?”

  • Do you often feel burdened when the Church or individuals stray from God’s ways?
  • Do you sense or discern God’s voice, especially through Scripture or in prayer, with clarity and urgency?
  • Are you deeply moved to call people back to holiness, truth, and intimacy with God?
  • Do people seek you out when they’re looking for spiritual insight or direction?
  • Do you often see beneath the surface of situations, perceiving spiritual roots others may miss?
  • Are you willing to speak truth even when it’s uncomfortable or unpopular?
  • Do you experience vivid dreams, impressions, or a strong inner sense that proves to be spiritually significant?
  • Do you long for the Church to align with God’s original intention?
  • Are you more focused on obedience and purity than on success or results?
  • Do you often feel like an intercessor or watchman on the wall?

Evangelist – “Do you burn for people to know Jesus?”

  • Do you feel a deep compassion for people who don’t know Christ?
  • Is it easy and natural for you to talk to strangers about Jesus?
  • Do you look for opportunities to share the Gospel wherever you go?
  • Do you get energized when someone turns to Jesus or takes steps toward faith?
  • Are you often thinking of creative ways to present the Good News?
  • Do you feel called to cross social or cultural barriers to reach others?
  • Do you enjoy equipping others to share their faith?
  • Do you see the value in the one lost sheep more than the comfort of the ninety-nine?
  • Are you moved emotionally when you think about eternal destinies?
  • Do people respond to your words with openness, curiosity, or conviction?

Shepard – “Do you carry people in your heart?”

  • Do you feel responsible for the well-being of others, spiritually and emotionally?
  • Do you naturally want to care for and walk alongside those who are hurting or struggling?
  • Do people often turn to you for comfort, prayer, or encouragement?
  • Are you grieved when someone drifts away from community or the faith?
  • Do you desire to see others healed, not just in body, but in soul and relationship?
  • Are you good at creating a sense of belonging and safety for others?
  • Do you patiently help people grow, even if it’s slow and messy?
  • Are you more drawn to helping individuals than standing on a stage?
  • Do you carry the burdens of others in prayer regularly?
  • Do you love walking with people through all seasons—not just when they’re strong, but when they’re broken?

Teacher – “Do you love helping people understand God’s truth?”

  • Do you get excited by Scripture and long to understand it more deeply?
  • Are you energized by explaining spiritual truths in a clear, practical way?
  • Do you often break down complex ideas into simple, life-giving truths?
  • Do others say they learn a lot from how you speak or write about faith?
  • Are you burdened when you see believers led astray by false teaching or shallow understanding?
  • Do you find yourself constantly making connections between different parts of the Bible?
  • Are you a lifelong learner with a hunger to grow in wisdom and understanding?
  • Do you naturally teach, even in informal conversations?
  • Do you often think about how to help people not just know the truth, but live it?
  • Do you feel closest to God when you’re studying, preparing, or explaining His Word?