In these contemporary times, a trend has been increasingly observed where governments are mandating a worldly education for Christians intending to exercise their spiritual gifts in ministering to others. This trend is rooted in the notion that only the educated should lead, and that uneducated individuals perpetuate religious disparities. While the value of education remains undeniable and its role as a tool is indisputable, it is fundamental to comprehend that education does not necessarily confer the calling or the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
Indeed, the Holy Scripture, our ultimate guide and source of wisdom, reminds us that the Holy Spirit bestows gifts according to His own will (1 Corinthians 12:11). It is not about human ordination, certification, or any rites carried out on individuals. In fact, the Holy Spirit operates beyond the realms of human qualifications, bestowing gifts according to divine will, not academic achievement. These gifts are intended for the common good, to build up the body of Christ, not to create a hierarchy based on worldly credentials (Ephesians 4:12).
The Apostle Paul, in his letter to Corinthians, instructed those who claimed apostleship to substantiate their apostleship with the authority that accompanies it (1 Corinthians 9:1-2). Similarly, claiming a position within the church should be accompanied God-Given Authority and evidence of Spiritual fruit. True authority in ministry is not derived from human certification but from the anointing and calling of God. As Jesus taught, a tree is known by its fruit (Matthew 7:16). Thus, genuine ministry should be evident through the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23). Therefore, it is futile to claim a pastoral certification without having the corresponding authority in the eyes of God.
When we consider the Great Commission, as delineated in Matthew 28:19-20, it should not be perceived as a career path but as a divine call to service—to serve others with the gifts we have been given by the Spirit. It is a divine appointment that cannot be obtained through human means or efforts.
Scrutinizing this trend from a practical standpoint, the notion that only educated individuals can effectively lead or minister to others is flawed. For instance, if uneducated individuals are leading the uneducated, it implies that the church is devoid of educated members or signal their rejection of spiritual wisdom rather than a lack of academic qualifications. On the other hand, if uneducated individuals are leading those who are educated, it suggests that these educated individuals lack something that education failed to impart—a void that only the Holy Spirit can fill. Furthermore, when we analyze the practical implications, it becomes evident that the quality of education is questionable. If individuals considered educated cannot compete with those deemed uneducated to the extent that governments need to prevent uneducated people to showcase the so-called educated individuals, we must ponder: what are they truly offering others? Are we genuinely increasing the quality of ministry, or are we inadvertently decreasing it? In truth, by excluding capable individuals and granting monopolies to those with lower competence, we are diminishing the diversity and richness of ministry, depriving the body of Christ of the varied gifts and perspectives it needs to flourish
While education is undoubtedly beneficial and can enhance one's ability to reason and communicate, it does not equate to spiritual authority or calling. The insistence on secular education for Christian ministers may inadvertently contribute to a form of elitism within the church, where the career-seeking professionals are given preference over those who may be spiritually called and anointed but lack means or opportunity to pursue formal education. The Apostle Paul, in his first letter to the Corinthians (2 Corinthians 10:18), asserts that commendation from God is what counts, not human approval. Education can be a valuable tool for ministers, but it should not overshadow or replace the calling and equipping of the Holy Spirit. Knowledge can aid in contextualizing and communicating the Gospel message, but it is not the basis upon which ministry is founded. The foundation is Christ Himself (1 Corinthians 3:11).
In light of these observations, it becomes evident that there are deeper spiritual implications at play. The increasing emphasis on secular education as a prerequisite for ministry may align with a broader clandestine agenda aimed at secularizing and diluting the spiritual foundation of the Church. A word to the wise is sufficient! should the trend align with Illuminati’s agenda to bring about a new world order? Definitely, the world seems to be preparing for the inauguration of the Antichrist, which could only be possible if the Holy Spirit is silenced. This trend of insisting on worldly education for Christians could be seen as a means of enforcing a Babylonian education, thereby quenching the Spirit. While we may not be able to halt these developments, we are reminded in the Bible that these apostatic events should precede the rapture (2 Thessalonians 2:3-4).
Regrettably, numerous churches have supplanted Spirit-anointed ministers with career-seeking professionally educated individuals, conveying the message that this era is not for the Holy Spirit but for human-derived intelligence. However, God calls everyone, regardless of their level of education. The duty of Christians is not confined to sitting in the church but to spread the Gospel (Mark 16:15). We should examine if we are genuinely working for Christ if we remain in churches that inhibit us from proclaiming the good news of Christ. We must recall our calling, as Christians, to the Great Commission and not allow ourselves to be swayed by the worldly views imposed on us.
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