"Preparing The Church For Harvest"

Jesus called three fisherman to become fishers of men. Though all three were fisherman, they were different in there actions. Peter and Andrew were casting their nets when Jesus called them. (Mathew 4:18). We know from later text Peter was gifted to speaking to large crowds such at Pentecost. There is a need for that kind of Evangelism today. However, Andrew on the other hand was a one on one man. (John 1:41,42) Andrew brought Simon to the Lord. We need this kind in the Church as well.
John the other of the three was mending his nets when he was called. He was more concerned about not losing anymore fish. He was constantly repairing and fixing problems. This type is also needed in the Church.
As we listen to John in his writings, he is sharing a lot about the Church that needs attention. The following is a list of just 10 things John points out that needs immediate attention.
1.(Rev. 2:1-6) Return to first love
2.(Rev. 3:14-20) Repent of Lukewarmness and self-sufficiency
3.(1John 5) Walking in the Light
4.(1John 1:6) Dealing with inconsistency and hypocrisy
5.(1John 1:8-10)Ceasing from excuses and rationalization about sin
6.(1John 2:15-17)Ceasing from the love of the World
7.(1John 3:1-2)Fresh revelation of God's love for us
8.(1John 3:10-23)New beginning of love one for another in both word and deed
9.(1John 2:3)Obedience to God
10.(1John 5:21) Dealing with Idols and areas of compromise