initially. All who are called to preach should feel the compulsion, the fear of judgment, and the sense of stewardship Paul felt. The church is the household of God (1 Tim. 3:15), and all believers have the responsibility to manage the ministries the Lord has given them. Contrary to much popular teaching today, our spiritual gifts are not intended for our own edification. They are given to help us minister to others. Paul told the Colossians that his stewardship was bestowed on me for your benefit.