Developing A Mission Statement

In this episode, I tackle the question, “What should we expect from the Fivefold Ministries?” The answer is simple: all five roles are non-negotiable if the church is going to function as Jesus intended. Their main job? Equipping others. Apostles need to equip people to think and act apostolically. Prophets must train others to step into the prophetic. Evangelists should build up those called to evangelism, and so on. The result? A church full of believers equipped to walk in these roles, not just in the building but out in the world. This is about real-world impact—seeing lives, workplaces, and communities transformed by the kingdom of God breaking through. Ultimately, the Fivefold equips the church to become what Jesus envisioned: a powerful, world-changing force.

In this episode, taken from a sermon preached in Glasgow Vineyard, I explain what the Fivefold ministry is, what it is for, and I look at each of the five roles using the examples of Jesus, scripture and history to unpack them.

Sacred spaces are found throughout the scriptures and give us four key principles that give us insight into walking with God - both individually as believers, and corporately as churches.

We all face seasons of frustration. In this episode, I share three keys that can help us wisely navigate these times in our lives.

Wilderness seasons are times we all face - dry, desolate, discouraging, and painful. In this podcast, we look at the story of the Israelites in their wilderness season and identify four things God uses wilderness seasons for to accomplish things in and with us. 

Every church needs to know their apostolic mission. A mission statement helps leadership articulate and communicate this mission. In this  podcast, I look at the importance, benefits, and practicalities of developing a mission statement. This helps the church know what to do to see success, and is essential for it to function as a healthy apostolic church.

How do we discover our unique leadership blend? Why is it important we don't just work through a list, but instead use tools to learn how we are wired and what that means for our growth?

Do you focus on proactivity, or focus on pondering? Do you lead with action, or do you lead introspectively?

Do you focus on clear thinking, or focus on deep feeling? Do you lead with confidence, or do you lead with sensitivity?

Do you focus on organisation, or focus on improvisation? Do you lead methodically, or do you lead flexibly?