2. Relationship with your community
A biblical servant leader is called to love those the Lord has also called and loves. Read that again. Then, let’s self-examine in light of Jesus – the ultimate servant leader example who walked amidst humanity. He…
Professed the Truth
“Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever believes has eternal life.” (John 6:47)
In Jesus’s ministry He spoke the truth of His deity and gospel “openly to the world,” even to His death (John 18:20). Do you speak the truth of Scripture into your community? Christ’s truth doesn’t change with our opinions or emotions. When your small group discussion falters, or conflicts arise, do you ask the Holy Spirit to help you guide back to the Word?
Protected His Own
“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” (John 10:11)
Jesus called Himself the Good Shepherd. He assures us no one may snatch His sheep from His hand; He mightily secures those He loves for eternity. In your small group, are you taking good care of one another as God’s sheep? You cannot give salvation or protect someone’s eternal future, but are you guarding each another’s confidence, listening intently, laying down irritation for patience, and returning to your post out of love for the true Shepherd?
Pointed to God
“For I have come down from heaven, not to do my own will but the will of him who sent me.” (John 6:38)
When Jesus shared the gospel, He always pointed to His Father as the one to whom glory and power belonged. He spoke of His Father’s will and work as “My food…” (John 4:34) Biblical service begins and ends with God’s sovereignty. Every moment of guiding your small group lends an opportunity to honor Him, praise Him, and point to who He is. Can you relish the fact it’s really not about you and all about God?
To guide your Bible study by Biblical example,
… examine your relationship with the Lord
… examine your relationship with your community, and
… point to Him and away from yourself in everything – He is the only example we need to promote.
