People who are sent as commercial or diplomatic agents with a particular purpose to fulfill.
Apostle = sent one.

Big “A” vs. Little “a”
Paul, Barnabas, Junia, Andronicus, Epaphroditus, Silvanus, Timothy, and a group of unnamed apostles.

"Apostles in the generic sense are those sent to pioneer something new." – Hirsch

"The heart of the apostle is to awaken people and communities to join God in the renewal of all things." – J.R. Woodward

"Apostles seek to help people understand and live out their calling as sent people in the world for the sake of the world." - J.R. Woodward

Core Bent:
- Pioneer
- Entrepreneur
- Architect

Focus:
- A viable future
- Expansion of the Christian movement

Character traits
- Adventurous
- Futuristic
- Risk taker

Leadership style:
- Decisive
- Design focused
- Strategic

Overriding decision making concern:
- Will this help increase our capacity for mission?
- Will this move us forward?

Metrics for success:
- Healthy and systematic extension of Christianity

Shortcomings:
- Driven
- Demanding
- Insensitive to others

Slogan:
- Onward and upward

Historical examples:
- Jesus
- Paul
- St. Patrick
- John Wesley
- Roger Ferrell

So, are you an apostle?
Assessment questions:
- Do you have the DNA of an entrepreneur?
- Do you dream about a better future?
- Do you have a history of calling people to participate in advancing God’s kingdom by starting new ministries?
- Is the thought of bringing the good news of Jesus Christ into places and people groups that have no tangible witness exciting?

Homework:
- Re-read Ephesians
- Answer assessment questions