WANTED: Laborers in the Harvest Field

The Bible (Luke 10:2) tells us that we are to pray for the Lord of the harvest to send laborers into the harvest field. Why? Because the harvest is plentiful; in other words - there is a lot to do! I believe that with all that is in me - there is tons to do. However, there is the ever-increasing problem of seeing people get involved, and be committed to doing something for the Lord and serving in ministry to others and to the Body.

There could be a variety of reasons why this is so, but I came across this list of reasons why from an e-newletter from our District Church Development & Men's Ministry Director, Tom Rees. He snagged this from another blog from what I understand. I feel it is worth repeating, so here it is again...

Drop me a line and give me an idea of why you think people do not get involved anymore. Maybe we can add to this list. Thanks...

Reasons why people don't serve in The Church... (From PJ Tibayan)
1 - Don't know gifts
2 - Lazy
3 - Don't feel part of the church
4 - Shy
5 - Selfish
6 - Indifferent
7 - Unappreciative members
8 - Angry/critical members
9 - Lack of delegation from leaders
10 - Lack of follow-up
11 - Lack of initiative
12 - Leaders not asking
13 - Fear of what others might think
14 - Parents
15 - Pride
16 - No love
17 - Already have a ministry
18 - Difficult circumstances
19 - Burned-out/frustrated
20 - Unaware of church needs
21 - Handicapped
22 - Misplaced priorities
23 - Rides
24 - Unqualified for the ministry they want
25 - Don't feel gifted
26 - Hog face servants
27 - Not seeing "leaders" serve
28 - Inconsiderate members
29 - Not enough time

We have been doing a study in our Wednesday Night Bible Study at our Church about "Exploring Personal Ministry", which is right in line with this topic. Prayerfully, there will be a renewed motivation to be involved in ministry in the coming weeks as we attempt to help people find their gifts as well as see the need.

Hope to hear from you! Blessings!