Conducting the Ministry

Being a pastor is much like being the conductor of an orchestra. God has called us to engage people in ministry, not just to do ministry ourselves.  Ephesians 4:11-12

God has written a heavenly symphony for the church to orchestrate. It is a symphony that will move the souls of men and women.  Each member of His church has a role to play in that symphony.  Each has a certain melody to add to the piece.  In an orchestra each member must be attentive to their part and submissive to the whole score or symphony as the conductor leads it.  Ephesians 5:15-21

Pastors are conductors of the orchestra of saints . . . allowing each one to participate and helping each do their best.  Rehearsing the score, building leadership in each of the sections, cuing the parts, setting the tone and enabling this group of individual musicians (Christians) to make music (live their lives) in a way that touches hearts and attracts attention to the composer (God).  2 Corinthians 3:2-6 

Pastor, don't try to be a one-man-band that pleases the audience.  Church member, don't try to write your own score. Get excited to participate in the symphony God has written for your church.  Remember,  God has written a symphony unique to your church and it is your privilege to perform it before a watching world.