Denominations emphasise committees to implement strategic plans. The Apostolic emphasises the power of Christ and faith to fulfil their mission. Although the Apostolic Church is not against the use of committees and implementing strategy, they are not shaped by the present corporate CEO model that is often utilised by Evangelical churches. Joseph Mattera

Denominations focus on the glory days of the past. Apostolic movements emphasise the present move of God in season. It is unfortunate that most of the historic Denominations’ best years are behind them, (with the exception of some major Pentecostal denominations and a few others). Joseph Mattera

Denominational churches are held together by common creeds, rituals and by sharing resources. New Testament churches organically relate based on common doctrine, common missional call, and connected spiritual households. Joseph Mattera

Churches patterned after the New Testament model are driven by organic relationships. Jesus called his disciples to be with Him, not merely to do bible studies with Him. Joseph Mattera

Presently, the fastest growth of Christianity globally is Charismatic, Independent, Christian networks led by apostolic and prophetic type visionaries who desire to mimic first century New Testament Christianity. Joseph Mattera

The emphasis went from God’s involvement in history through the church to merely using earth as a place for individuals to secure rewards for the next life in heaven. Joseph Mattera

We need to have a constant flow of apostolicity to perpetuate the faith and continually verify the claims of the risen Christ, from one generation to the next. Joseph Mattera

The men and women apostles in the history of the Church were able to leave an indelible mark in society, bringing reformation to various institutions. Joseph Mattera

True apostolic leaders nurture sons in the faith. The counterfeits produce orphans. Joseph Mattera