Matthew 4:18-20; Genesis 22:11-17; 2 Timothy 2:1-3
“The best leaders are those who know the way, go the way and show the way.” – Spiritual Leadership, J. Oswald Sanders
Matthew 4:18-20 (NLT), 18 One day as Jesus was walking along the shore of the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers—Simon, also called Peter, and Andrew—throwing a net into the water, for they fished for a living. 19 Jesus called out to them, “Come, follow me, and I will show you how to fish for people!” 20 And they left their nets at once and followed him.
God’s Instruction to Abraham Regarding Multiplying what Matters
Genesis 22:15-17 (NLT), 15 Then the angel of the Lord called again to Abraham from heaven. 16 “This is what the Lord says: Because you have obeyed me and have not withheld even your son, your only son, I swear by my own name that 17 I will certainly bless you. I will multiply your descendants beyond number, like the stars in the sky and the sand on the seashore. Your descendants will conquer the cities of their enemies.
God’s Instruction through Paul for Multiplying what Matters
Education – knowing the right way.
2 Timothy 2:1, You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.
1 Timothy 1:15-16, 15 Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst. 16 But for that very reason I was shown mercy . . .
John15:7, If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.
1 Corinthians 15:10, . . . by the grace of God I am what I am . . .
Entrust – going the right way.
2 Timothy 2:1-2, 1 You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2 And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses- entrust to reliable people . . .
Empower – showing the right way.
2 Timothy 2:1-2, 1 You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2 And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others.
1 Corinthians 4:15 (NLT), For even if you had ten thousand others to teach you about Christ, you have only one spiritual father . . .
Questions:
What did you hear from the Holy Spirit?
What will you do because of it?
How can we pray for you?