The ministry traces its authority to Jesus Christ's words and actions, not merely the traditions of men. Jesus saw the need for a ministry, not a priesthood. In this sermon message, we will review where the New Testament ministry comes from, its qualifications, and God’s expectation for those men called to this role.

Ed Dowd

Pastor, United Church of God

Ed Dowd was born and raised in God’s Church in Southwest Ohio. Having lived in Ohio, Texas, Arizona, and Kansas, he currently lives and pastors congregations in Oklahoma. He is also the Senior Pastor in Zambia.