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Originally Posted by Confessor Would you guys think it wrong to take it to the streets and preach (without malice) that everyone must repent or perish? If so, why? | *eagerly awaiting responses to this question* |
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LBC 26:11 Although it be incumbent on the bishops or pastors of the churches, to be instant in preaching the word, by way of office, yet the work of preaching the word is not so peculiarly confined to them but that others also gifted and fitted by the Holy Spirit for it, and approved and called by the church, may and ought to perform it.
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Preachers do not have to be officeholders, but they should be approved of and called by the church. They not only 'may' preach, but 'ought' to. If you have been approved of and called by your church to take it to the streets, you better get out there.
If you have not been approved of and called by your church, it could be because you are just not ready, or it could be because you haven't asked. If you have a burning desire to do what you say, go to your elders and tell them!