Read 2 Timothy 2:1-2
“And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses, commit to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.” 2 Timothy 2:2 (HCSB)
One of the common needs pastors and church members voice is the need for more leaders. These concerned people say we need people to lead children’s programs, to work with youth, to do outreach, to give financially and on and on. But where will these leaders come from unless they move into your area or transfer to your church from another congregation?
Paul gives Timothy the answer: Raise them up. Christian leaders are made, not born, and 2 Timothy 2:2 tells how to make one. Mature Christian leaders are to teach and train faithful people who can become leaders who then teach and train others.
Are you willing to personally train another person in your church to become a leader or would you be willing to be trained to eventually lead in some way in your church?
PRAYER
Please pray today that God will give your congregation a vision and a plan for developing new leaders from within the church family.
