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Abide Series Podcast
Episode 1: What Is Ministry?
So many of us use the phrase "my ministry," but what if ministry was never meant to be something we own?
In this opening episode of the Abide Series, PD Sue explores the difference between viewing ministry as a platform and understanding ministry as service. Drawing from the example of Jesus and the story of Mary and Martha, this conversation challenges us to move from striving to abiding, from building our own agendas to joining God in His.
Ministry does not begin with what we do—it begins with who we are becoming in Christ.
As we learn to sit at Jesus' feet, listen for His voice, and follow His leading, we discover that true ministry flows from abiding in Him.
In This Episode
Why the phrase "my ministry" can sometimes lead us astray
The biblical meaning of ministry and what it means to be a servant
How Jesus modeled ministry through humility and obedience
The connection between abiding and serving
Why ministry starts at Jesus' feet before it ever reaches a platform
Letting go of outcomes and trusting God to bring the increase
Key Scriptures
Mark 10:45
Luke 10:38–42
John 8:28
John 15:4–5
1 Corinthians 3:6–7
Reflection Questions
Do I see ministry as something I own or something I steward?
Am I asking God to bless my plans, or am I seeking His plans?
What would it look like for me to begin each day at Jesus' feet before serving others?
Where might God be inviting me to trust Him with the outcomes?
Prayer
Father, teach me to abide before I act, to listen before I lead, and to serve without seeking recognition. Help me remember that ministry belongs to You and that my role is simply to remain connected to the Vine. May my life make Jesus known and bring glory to Your name. Amen.
Connect
If this episode encouraged you, consider subscribing to the Abide Series and sharing it with a friend. Together, let's learn what it means to remain in Christ and bear lasting fruit.
Get full access to Deeper Church Women's Newsletter at dawn360.substack.com/subscribe
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By Suzan ThompsonAbide Series Podcast
Episode 1: What Is Ministry?
So many of us use the phrase "my ministry," but what if ministry was never meant to be something we own?
In this opening episode of the Abide Series, PD Sue explores the difference between viewing ministry as a platform and understanding ministry as service. Drawing from the example of Jesus and the story of Mary and Martha, this conversation challenges us to move from striving to abiding, from building our own agendas to joining God in His.
Ministry does not begin with what we do—it begins with who we are becoming in Christ.
As we learn to sit at Jesus' feet, listen for His voice, and follow His leading, we discover that true ministry flows from abiding in Him.
In This Episode
Why the phrase "my ministry" can sometimes lead us astray
The biblical meaning of ministry and what it means to be a servant
How Jesus modeled ministry through humility and obedience
The connection between abiding and serving
Why ministry starts at Jesus' feet before it ever reaches a platform
Letting go of outcomes and trusting God to bring the increase
Key Scriptures
Mark 10:45
Luke 10:38–42
John 8:28
John 15:4–5
1 Corinthians 3:6–7
Reflection Questions
Do I see ministry as something I own or something I steward?
Am I asking God to bless my plans, or am I seeking His plans?
What would it look like for me to begin each day at Jesus' feet before serving others?
Where might God be inviting me to trust Him with the outcomes?
Prayer
Father, teach me to abide before I act, to listen before I lead, and to serve without seeking recognition. Help me remember that ministry belongs to You and that my role is simply to remain connected to the Vine. May my life make Jesus known and bring glory to Your name. Amen.
Connect
If this episode encouraged you, consider subscribing to the Abide Series and sharing it with a friend. Together, let's learn what it means to remain in Christ and bear lasting fruit.
Get full access to Deeper Church Women's Newsletter at dawn360.substack.com/subscribe