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Passing the Torch

Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." Matthew 28:19-20

Pick up any newspaper and you'll realize that big corporations rise and fall on one thing - leadership. But leadership is also crucial in other areas of life like marriage, ministry, education and career. Each of these areas requires strategy, discipline, and initiative. Those who don't demonstrate these qualities usually end up helping others fulfill their dreams. If Jesus' only goal on earth was to die for sin, why didn't He go directly from His Baptism in the Jordan to the cross? Because for the next three plus years His intention was to plant the seeds of leadership in the lives of those who'd ultimately carry His message to the world. Because of the principles Jesus taught, His disciples were fruitful long after He'd departed. The Gospels are His training manuals; intense preparation for those who spent every day talking, sleeping, eating and travelling with Him, so they didn't miss an opportunity to learn about their mission and the methods needed to fulfill it. Jesus said, '...make disciples of all...nations...teaching them to observe all...I commanded you...' And do you know what? He wants you to use the gifts He's given you! Not just to shake up your kids' and grandkids' generations but your own! Your best contribution to future generations is the inspiration of watching you slay your giants and move your mountains. That way when it's their turn they can pray with confidence, 'God, you've done impossible things in the past and You can still do them today.' What a legacy! Don't mess it up.

Prayer
Heavenly Father, let me draw from your life the principals I need to lead and the example that I need to set for others who come after me. In Jesus’ Name, Amen