Thread: J.I. Packer quote on the laity
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Old 05-08-2008, 07:53 AM
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I agree with Packer's sentiment in the OP quote. A local church should provide an environment (with appropriate teaching) that encourages all congregants in the exercize of spiritual gifts, personal ministry, service, and involvment in church life.

Sitting in the pew waiting to be "ministered to" is a telling symptom in today's church.
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