My dear young ministers, today I want to talk to you about the concept of royalty. Royalty is often associated with kings and queens, with power and authority. But as ministers of the gospel, we are called to a different kind of royalty – a spiritual royalty that comes from our relationship with God.
In the Bible, we are called a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God (1 Peter 2:9). This means that we are not just ordinary people, but we are chosen and set apart by God for a special purpose. We are called to be ambassadors of Christ, representing His kingdom here on earth.
As ministers, we are called to lead with humility and grace, just as Jesus did. He did not come to be served, but to serve (Matthew 20:28). We are called to serve others, to love them, and to point them towards the truth of the gospel.
But being royalty also comes with a responsibility. We are called to live lives that reflect the character of our King. We are called to be holy, to be set apart from the ways of the world. We are called to be examples of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23).
As ministers, we are called to lead with integrity and honesty. We are called to be faithful stewards of the gospel, sharing it boldly and unapologetically. We are called to stand firm in our beliefs, even when it is unpopular or difficult.
So my dear young ministers, remember that you are royalty – chosen and set apart by God for a special purpose. Lead with humility, serve with love, and live with integrity. May you always reflect the character of our King, and may your ministry be a shining light in a dark world. Amen.