WHY GOD CHOSE MEN TO LEAD AND TRAIN YOU | DR ABEL DAMINA latest sermon 2026

In this incisive and foundational teaching, Dr. Abel Damina explains the indispensable role of the local church in the spiritual growth and ministry of every believer. Unpack the Great Commission, discover why the Epistles were written to local assemblies rather than isolated individuals, and learn why true discipleship ("Matheteuo") requires structural alignment, accountability, and sitting under sound doctrine. 📖 Key Scriptures Covered: • Matthew 28:18–20 (The Great Commission: Teach and Make Disciples) • 2 Timothy 3:15–17 (Holy Scriptures Profitable for Doctrine, Correction, and Instruction) • Ephesians 4:11–16 (Ministry Gifts for the Perfecting of the Saints) • Acts 1:21–26 (Ordained Witnesses and Church Order: Matthias Replacing Judas) • Romans 1:7 & Galatians 1:2 (Epistles Written to Specific Local Assemblies) • Hebrews 10:24–25 (Not Forsaking the Assembling of Ourselves Together) ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - The Foolish Things of the World Confounding the Wise 00:15 - Matthew 28:18–20: The Mandate to Make Disciples 00:45 - Models of Obedience vs. Nonchalance in the Body 01:24 - 2 Timothy 3:15: Scripture Making You Wise Unto Salvation 01:45 - The Local Church as God's Wisdom for Growth 02:15 - The Curriculum of Ministry: Grooming the Saints (Ephesians 4) 02:50 - Why the Epistles Were Addressed to Local Congregations 03:20 - Why You Cannot Fulfill the Epistles Outside the Local Church 04:15 - "Matheteuo": Turning Believers into Dedicated Students 04:40 - Apostolic Witness and Order: Replacing Judas with Matthias (Acts 1) 05:10 - Concluding Charge & Closing Impartation 🔔 Subscribe to The True Gospel for sound biblical doctrine, fearless truth, and life-transforming gospel teachings. #AbelDamina #LocalChurch #DrAbelDamina #ChristianSermon #GospelOfGrace #Discipleship #SoundDoctrine #GreatCommission