Apollos taught in the gospel of Christ, as far as Johns ministry would carry him, and no further. We cannot but think he had heard of Christs death and resurrection, but he was not informed as to the mystery of them. Though he had not the miraculous gifts of the Spirit, as the apostles, he made use of the gifts he had. The dispensation of the Spirit, whatever the measure of it may be, is given to every man to profit withal. He was a lively, affectionate preacher; fervent in spirit. He was full of zeal for the glory of God and the salvation of precious souls. Here was a complete man of God, thoroughly furnished for his work; but considered the disadvantages he had labored under. We may gain a great deal by converse with older Christians. We must know and understand that there are those who do believe through grace, yet still need help, and as long as we are in this world, there are remainders of unbelief, and those with something lacking in their faith to be perfected, and the work of faith to be fulfilled. If the Jews were convinced that Jesus is Christ, then we must know that our business of ministers is to preach Christ. Not only to preach the truth, but to prove and defend it, with meekness, yet with power.(Acts18:28)
Posted on: Fri, 07 Mar 2014 08:45:55 +0000
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