MINISTRY VOCABULARY: FIRST CHURCH BIBLE ORGANIC VS TOP DOWN AUTHORITARIAN CHURCH

Note this was first posted Ministry AI and I.com May 10, 2025 (it has studious articles about what the First Church resembled, compared to Now. And It has history of orthodoxy, ministry authority “The Patriarchy” and if that resembles Messiah Christ

To Contact Sr Pastor, prophet Taveau about this, training, or consulting, workshops any other : Attn Taveau  email: crossbodyunity@gmail.com (note due to time constraints, I only respond to ones the Lord impresses me to RSVP to.)  also I do not counsel junior ministers as I am very alarmed by the Christian dysfunction;

#1 Dr Taveau D’Arcy Ministry Training Vocabulary

Today Ministry Overseer Apostle, sr pastor, prophet, teacher, visionary, prophet, everyday witnessing evangelist inquires of the Objective Chat GPT AI

Q. What is….

a “First Church Bible “”Organic” Ministry, Fellowship, Church?

a “Top down church?”

a “servant leader”

an “authoritarian”

Christian ministry office top leader?

+  In Closing: The Illustration of What Modern Day Diverse Ephesians 5:21 “Servant Leader” ” Mutually Submitted”Office Sr Ministry “looks like” …The Andy Griffith Show

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PURPOSE: To edify and inform and wisen up these Saints

Up Front Note: The chief apostle Paul was an “off scouring, not famous but “dung””… safe apostle, albeit servant leader, not controlling.. and whenever I use that word to describe this human person in that main office, it’s the same (a Galatians 1:1-2, Acts 17:17, which is “submitted to all in the ministry body according  to St Paul in Ephesians 5:21)

This First Church and Now, history, definitions and overall ministry apostolic vocabulary study is useful as we investigate the formation of the Christian ministry patriarchy, hierarchy and modern celebrity, masses of followers and the use of Christian governing true or false “systems” including this person’s favorite Bible doctrine topic “turf guarding.” (the antithesis of me and the multicultural “nameless faceless” also EORR Cross Body Unity ( more user friendly but no longer settling to be USED!) Ministry Move.

Also: This is  a (non celebrity) yet “all types of  humans” cross cultural,collaborative, yet apostolic sr ministry body non membership “optional” non biased pure move, “It’s mainly about the Fruit..Not the Form, the Look or the Loot, celebrating with JOY God’s grace for 50 YEARS (in 2026).. of being “Sent Out by Holy Spirit to immerse in, in order to “thrive in” and also be “biased against’ in order to abide in many ‘subcultures” not all of whom speak in tongue, but of ALL RACES.. in order to experience “fellowship with the saints’ as that group displayed it. And to therein  know the USA many ministry subcultures, mainly who speak in tongues, are affected by media and also great society .in order to train for Today)

We note how this involves mega and mini, all races…precision “cults” also “tribes” “clans’ ‘cells” “sometimes cliques” many “fellowships” also “one man shows,” more

First Part

 Apostolic Dr Taveau D’Arcy asks Chat GPT AI

• Please define a First Church, Bible “organic church” and a “top down church.“
• Also the senior ministry office “authoritarian” vs “servant leader“

Chat GPT AI replies:

Here’s a side-by-side definition and contrast between the “Bible organic church” and the “top-down church” model—focusing on authoritarian control vs. servant leadership as taught by Christ and the apostles:

I. Bible Organic Church

(New Testament / First Church Model)

• Definition: A Spirit-led, relational, participatory fellowship of believers without institutional hierarchy. It emphasizes shared leadership, mutual submission, house-to-house gatherings (Acts 2:42–47), and every believer functioning as part of Christ’s Body (1 Corinthians 12).

• Key Traits:

  • Christ as Head (Colossians 1:18)

  • Mutual Submission (Ephesians 5:21)

  • Each Member Active (1 Corinthians 14:26)

  • Elders serve, not rule (1 Peter 5:1–3)

  • No titles used to dominate (Matthew 23:8–12)

• Leadership Style:
  Servant-Leader
  – Leads by example, humility, and love (John 13:14–15).
  – Does not coerce or spiritually dominate (Mark 10:42–45).

II. Top-Down Church (Institutional / Authoritarian Model)

• Definition: A hierarchical system often modeled after corporate or military structure, where spiritual authority flows from a central leader or leadership team down to passive congregants.

• Key Traits:

  • Title-based authority (e.g., Apostle, Bishop as hierarchical office)

  • Passive audience, active clergy

  • Human systems of control or fear

  • Rules over rather than equips

  • Can suppress gifts, women, or dissenting voices

  • ON THIS MINISTRY AI AND I site: See the Patriarchal Orthodox History many articles which are related to THIS “top down, more authoritarian” ministry model

• Leadership Style:
  Authoritarian Leader
  – Expects submission to the person, not Christ.
  – May use spiritual language to justify control.
  – Often leads to performance, competition, or fear (2 Corinthians 11:20).

III. Warning From Jesus:

“The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them… But it shall not be so among you: but he that is greatest among you, let him be as the younger; and he that is chief, as he that doth serve.”

(Luke 22:25–26 KJV)

Sisters Taveau’s “Word from the Lord in Song to Overseer Pastor’s 1998

THE CHIEF SHEPHERD

“And when the Chief Shepherd shall appear,you will receive the conqueror’s crown of glory.”

Based on I Peter 5:4

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See link to the song demo.https://www.celebrationofhiswordmusic.com/asylum/

Note: Am unsure why it says “Asylum” on there as that is another song.

Also please know that I recorded this as. a ‘Demo” and even though I was given this song for leadership, it is way too high to high for my voice range, and that I am not professional singer, but am a experienced songwriter, trainor, instructor ( like worship and regular music + Bible apostolic professor. )Also this CELEBRATION OF HIS WORD MUSIC.COM site is older and needs to be redone, ALSO the Finale lead sheet for this is missing but I will find it and be redoing this site, for the side of this ministry is gone but is about to be return (say much prayer for this as it is the missing link in this New Day)

LEADER WORD IN SONG: THE CHIEF SHEPHERD

v1-I warn and counsel you the shepherds among you

Pastors and leaders and spiritual guides
Tend, guard and nurture His sheep there among you

So you’ll win the conqueror’s crown

Not motivated by any wrong reasons

Not over bearing or arrogant

Cheerfully, eagerly, not dominating

Guarding His sheep in your hands.

REFRAIN:
When the Chief Shepherd shall appear

We’ll receive His crown of glory

When the Chief Shepherd shall appear

We will win His conqueror’s crown

When the Chief Shepherd shall appear

We’ll know His Loves amazing Story,
O Shepherds, guard His lambs.

v 2-Be therefore humble and low in opinion

About who you are and the rank that you hold

Guard all your motives: be not callous but caring
And you’ll receive the conqueror’s crown

Be balanced and temperate, cautious and watchful

For the Chief Shepherd soon will appear

Leader, be pure in your motives and actions
Then you’ll receive the Conqueror’s crown.

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IV Apostolic Note:

Pure and False Authority Submission

• Ministry overseer ‘submission” in “organic First Church PURITY is a powerful and deep biblical vision—rooted in the original First Church ethos of mutual submission, humility, and reverence for Christ. Ephesians 5:21 sets the tone for all Christian relationships, not just marriage:

• “Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God.” (Ephesians 5:21 KJV)

Lost Cause?? Servant Apostle Taveau D’Arcy’s Mental Picture of Ministry: Ephesians 5:21

• (related to this Pauline Ephesians 4 all top office ministers training collaborative..to the ONE GOAL of Christ effecting not “Being OVER” ..as in “Their Own Ministry style” controlling or owning, the greater SOCIETY.)

The Vision: First Church Mutual Submission

A Christ-led, servant-hearted ministry where no one lords over another, and all walk in awe of God, honoring each other as equal vessels of His Spirit—male, female, lay, or leader.

 Core Elements:

1. Mutual Submission – Not top-down hierarchy, but Christ-centered yielding in love and humility.

2. Fear of the Lord – The foundation of respect, discernment, and holy order.

3. Family & Ministry – Both operating under the same spirit: no control, no coercion, just reverent love.

4. No Elitism – Every voice, every gift respected—regardless of title, gender, or style.

5. Ephesians 4 Community – All five-fold offices exist to equip, not dominate.

6. Safe, Accountable Spaces – Driven by Galatians 6:1, Matthew 18:15, not gossip or top-down accusation.

 IV.Contrast with Later Patriarchal Drift

(See the many “Submitted as Selah”) articles on the Ministry Patriarchy deep dive on history and ministry culture, facts)

Jesus Christ red letter words
“He that is greatest among you shall be your servant.” – Matthew 23:11

Closing

Illustration: Servant Leadership in Action

God gave me the following Andy Griffith Show as a reminder of – Ephesians 5:21 Picture in Motion

See the old TV show Andy of Mayberry.”Andy Griffith Show) and note how the town sheriff, Andy Taylor, interacts with the many people in the town. Note especially how he regards, interfaces, relates to, acts, and reacts repeatedly with his Aunt Bea, son Opie, and Deputy Sheriff Barney Fife. And in shows when he seems to be dating the librarian (or teacher) Helen Crump, note how he acts and reacts. Similar—that is a vision of “mutual submission” (Ephesians 5:21).

When Otis, the  town drunk,and/or a criminal, or troublemaker shows up on The Andy Griffith Show, Sheriff Andy Taylor typically responds with calm, kindness, and respect—never with harsh judgment or authoritarianism. He listens, reasons, and treats each person with dignity, even while upholding the law. His consistent, measured approach—even with those who repeatedly fail—illustrates a servant leader’s heart: firm in values, but gracious in tone. This reflects the spirit of Ephesians 5:21—“submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God”—even toward the least respected members of society.

Gomer Pyle, the lovable and off-beat gas station attendant, is another powerful example of how Sheriff Andy Taylor models servant leadership and mutual respect (Ephesians 5:21). Despite Gomer’s awkwardness, lack of polish, or tendency to misunderstand situations, Andy treats him with patience, kindness, and dignity. He never mocks Gomer, talks down to him, or excludes him, but instead values his sincerity and good heart. Andy’s responses show how servant leaders make room for every person, not based on status or intelligence, but on shared humanity and mutual care.

To Be Concluded:

Following Part 2 Dr T’s Apostolic Training vocabulary 

What is a Christian Minister in the following meanings:

MEANING “being famous VS “having renown” VS  “celebrity”

Also in that article: Dr T’s question, we may think of “servant leader” like a Mother Teresa, or giant, But How can a “Servant leader” who has a multicampus movement or global media, influence, NOT MORPH INTO a “Top Down Authoritarian?” TD has wondered about that for many years, starting in the 1990s. And one of main big ones I admired, alas, I can, for he is very immersed in too many shades of gray,  ongoing scandal. Sorry..

TO SUPPORT: Please pray HARD as I  ‘see’ our Victory in site!

TO GIVE: only as the Spirit allows and if He leads:

 

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