Which statement about ministry is incorrect?

• A. It is for Christian followers as well as clergy.
• B. It is not limited to church-related activity.
• C. It requires only full-time vocation.
• D. It can involve community services.

Answer: (C)

The idea being tested is that ministry isn’t limited to a paid, full-time role and can be carried out by all who follow Christ. Ministry means serving others in Jesus’ name, using the gifts God has given, and it shows up in many forms—inside the church, in families, workplaces, schools, and in acts of charity and outreach. It’s not about a job title but about a stance of service and availability to God and others.

The statement that ministry requires only a full-time vocation is incorrect because Scripture and experience affirm that laypeople, families, and professionals in everyday life all participate in ministry. People serve as teachers, nurses, volunteers, neighbors, and mentors, among many other roles, using their gifts wherever they are. The church also recognizes both clergy and laity as part of the body equipped to minister, and believers are called to serve in diverse contexts, not solely in vocational church roles.