3 Test for Authentic Ministry

I heard a sermon on 3 test for authentic ministry and I would like to share it with you. You can get the mp3 version here.

But we have renounced the hidden things of shame, not walking in craftiness nor handling the word of God deceitfully, but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man’s conscience in the sight of God. (2 Cor 4:2, NKJV)

Test 1 - renounced the hidden things of shame
Do you live a double life?
When we do we implicitly denial:
a) God's omniscience;
b) the Righteousness of God; and
c) the Justice of God.

Test 2 - not walking in craftiness
What deceptive means produce?
1) Serving of oneself and not God; and
2) Exploiting of people

Test 3 - nor handling the word of God deceitfully
3 truths:
1) No moral laws in the world can change the heart of men;
2) No circumstances can coerce the heart of men; and
3) No mystical experiences can satisfy the longings of men.

Only Christ can change the 3 truths. However, Christ has choosen to use us as vechile to touch people's lives. If we are truly going to reflect Christ, we need to live a life of holiness.