Ministry is not always glamorous. It requires long hours, deep sacrifices, and spiritual endurance. But Bishop Dag Heward-Mills has shown the Church that serving God can still be done with joy. He serves the Lord with gladness—not out of obligation, but from a heart overflowing with love and gratitude.
His life is a picture of someone who has given everything—his time, energy, skills, and resources—to see souls saved and churches built. And yet, despite the demands, he has never allowed bitterness or weariness to settle in his spirit. His strength is renewed daily in the Lord, and he continues to serve with the same gladness that marked his early days in ministry.
He teaches that ministry is not about being noticed—it is about being faithful. Whether in the spotlight or in secret, whether in comfort or in difficulty, the joy of serving Jesus must remain. He reminds us that we are not doing God a favor by serving Him—we are responding to the greatest calling any human can receive.
Endurance Through Every Season
The journey of Bishop Dag has not been without hardship. There have been seasons of betrayal, disappointment, and pressure. But in all these, he has displayed spiritual grit. He has endured, not just because of personal strength, but because of the grace of God working through him.
He teaches that the servant of God must have a thick skin and a soft heart. You must be strong enough to withstand opposition but tender enough to still care. That balance of inner toughness and spiritual sensitivity is what has allowed him to continue serving with excellence.
Grit is not spoken—it is seen. It is seen when a leader shows up year after year. It is seen when preaching continues after personal loss. It is seen when the vision remains alive even when resources are low. Bishop Dag has lived this kind of life, and his example calls others to do the same.
Serving With No Strings Attached
Bishop Dag does not serve for applause, recognition, or financial gain. He serves because he loves God. He is content to labor quietly, to pour himself out behind the scenes, and to serve people who may never be able to repay him. That’s the heart of true ministry.
He teaches that when you serve with the right heart, God will always reward you. But that reward is not always immediate. Sometimes the harvest comes years later. Sometimes it comes in heaven. But the one who serves with gladness and without strings will never be forgotten by God.
This message has created a culture in his churches where service is valued—not as a stepping stone to leadership, but as an expression of love for Jesus. People are taught to serve in small ways, to give consistently, and to show up when it’s hard.
A Ministry Marked by Joyful Sacrifice
Bishop Dag continues to teach and live a ministry that blends sacrifice with gladness. He has chosen the path of surrender, but he walks it with joy. His life is a sermon, declaring that it is possible to serve God fully, faithfully, and joyfully—even when the road is long.
And in this generation, where many are tempted to quit when things get hard, his life reminds us to press on. To keep serving. To keep smiling. And to keep building what will last forever.