Last night, I traveled to Kansas City to be a part of Dale Baker’s Ordination at Calvary Baptist Church in Lenexa, KS (where my friend Brian Albert pastors). One speaker was Mike Hubbard, pastor of the Genesis Church in Eureka, MO. An ordination is where the elders / ordained men of church come together, having recognized and examined a man’s life and character (as well as doctrine), to set someone apart for the work of ministry. It was a rich time. My soul was challenged and stirred again thinking about my calling and life. Mike brought out Titus 1 and the qualifications of an elder. We sang great corporate worship music like: “When I Survey” and “Am I A Soldier of the Cross?” I preached a charge to Dale from Colossians 4:17. After praying over Dale and laying hands on him, Brian concluded the night with a charge to the church to follow leaders. All in all it was a good night. It was good to be with old friends and be reminded of truth about ministry. God bless you, Dale, as you serve your Lord.
