Stepping Out With God - Pasir Panjang Church of Christ Singapore

Support the team
As the team ministry works together, we learn to respect and esteem each
other for each one’s labour and love for the Lord. Every one is important and
every opinion carefully considered. Often as the case may be, a decision is
needed and is arrived at through general consensus. Whatever a person's
view may be, when a decision is made, all the team uphold and supports it.
This has contributed to the unity and strength of the church through the
years.
As a team, we stand by every member who is serving and helping out in the
work of the Lord. We may not do everything perfectly or be approved by
every member of the church. But we are doing our best and improving as
we learn to do better. We are just so thankful for members who are willing
to serve in so many areas - teaching, missions, hospitality etc. Also, it is great
to see the good support and response given by the church to annual events
like retreats, camps and missions Sundays.
Be a team player
In modern day Singapore, people get up and leave if things are not done
their way. But in the church, we echo the question of the apostle Peter,
"Lord, to whom shall we go? Thou hast the words of eternal life?" (John
6:68).
Members who do not attend these ROS sessions may not understand or
agree with decisions which are arrived at after discussions at these sessions.
Our elders and minister welcome feedback from members, are willing to
explain and clarify matters and will even bring your suggestions up at the
next meeting. If you have ideas or suggestions, the best thing that you can
do is to join in these ROS meetings, speak up and see if there is consensus
to adopt your idea.
Bottomline
It is good to be found doing the Lord’s work on a personal basis. It is better
to be a team player and give the glory to Christ and His church. The church
needs and expects every member to put his or her weight behind the activities,
missions and work of the church. Sure, it is more difficult to work with others
than to do your own thing. But God has called you to be what elder Adrian
terms a “Body Builder”. Do not dissociate yourself from our programmes to
do your own thing. Be a team player, do your part as a member and build up
the body of Christ.
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