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What qualifications should guide a church when choosing its leaders?

In 1 Timothy 3:1–7, Paul teaches Timothy that spiritual leadership is not primarily about status, popularity, professional success or natural charisma. It is a noble work that requires Christlike character, spiritual maturity and a credible Christian witness.

In this sermon, Pastor Owen Smith explains that:

• Church leadership is a sacred work, not a status symbol.
• God looks first for Christlike character, not impressive charisma.
• Spiritual leadership must be confirmed by a proven life.

The church belongs to Jesus Christ. Those entrusted with leadership are not owners of the house; they are servants called to care faithfully for what belongs to Christ.

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1–7
Preached at: AFM Impact Christian Centre, Midrand, South Africa

Key statement:
We are not choosing owners of the house. We are recognising servants who can be trusted with the keys.

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Matthew 6:25–32

Anxiety may visit your heart, knock loudly and return repeatedly—but it does not have to sit on the throne.

In Matthew 6, Jesus does not deny that our needs are real. He does not tell us to ignore our responsibilities, stop planning or pretend that everything is fine. Instead, He directs our attention to the faithful care of our heavenly Father.

Jesus reminds us:

• Your life is greater than the problem you are facing.
• The Father who feeds the birds and clothes the flowers has not forgotten you.
• Your heavenly Father already knows what you need.

Faith does not mean that we will never feel afraid. Faith means bringing our fears to the Father rather than allowing them to become our master.

The gospel does not say, “Stop worrying so that God will accept you.”

The gospel says, “Because you are accepted through Christ, you can bring your worries honestly to the Father.”

Jesus does not merely tell anxious people to calm down. Through His death and resurrection, He brings anxious people home to the Father.

So work faithfully. Plan wisely. Ask for help when you need it. Support others where you can. And entrust what you cannot control to the Father who knows, values and cares for you.

The Father’s care is not a reward for perfect faith. It is the ground upon which weak faith learns to stand.

Watch the full sermon:
“Your Father Frees You from the Rule of Anxiety”
Matthew 6:25–32

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This Sunday we began our July sermon series, Prayer & Provision: Learning to Trust the Father, from Matthew 6:19–24.

Jesus teaches us that money is never only about money. What we treasure shapes our hearts, influences how we see life, and ultimately reveals whom we truly serve.

Earthly possessions may be useful, but they make poor saviours. Wealth can disappear, circumstances can change, and everything we own is temporary. Only Jesus can carry the full weight of our identity, security and hope.

The question is not simply, “How much do I have?”
The deeper question is:

“What has my heart?”

May Christ become our greatest treasure, may His Kingdom direct our resources, and may our lives reveal that He alone is Lord.

“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” — Matthew 6:21

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