Bishop emphasized the importance of order and structure in ministry, drawing from Matthew 14:13-21, where Jesus fed 5,000 people after organizing the crowd. He taught that submission to God's authority and proper structure are necessary for supernatural multiplication and effectiveness in ministry. Bishop challenged leaders to examine areas where they may be trying to handle tasks independently of God or without proper organization, encouraging them to bring everything to God first and to implement structure in their ministry efforts.
Structured Ministry for Growth and Blessing
Bishop emphasized the importance of structure in ministry, explaining that it invites stewardship and enables better management of people and resources. He highlighted the need for improved systems of assimilation for new and returning church members, expressing his personal concern about visitors not returning. Bishop also discussed the principle of blessing before multiplication, drawing a parallel between the biblical story of the loaves and fishes and the church's need to prepare for multiplication rather than just growth. He concluded by urging the congregation to bring everything to Jesus, bring it into order, and watch God increase what they have.