but it will be well worth it . Only then will the trumpets blow clearly .
So what should we take back from others ’ ministries ?
Take back hammering techniques . Learn principles and new perspectives , but don ’ t buy ready-made trumpets . The reason those trumpets work so well in their own communities is that the leaders have taken the time to hammer them out for themselves . Each of us must do the same .
Only you can know the needs and discern the distinct call that God has for your life , for your ministry and , if you ’ re a pastor , for your church . No one else will know your ministry the way you
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