S. Hebrews 13:7-8 (NIV)
7 Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith. 8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.
O. The writer of Hebrews tells us to give some thought about those who have taught us God’s word. We are to think about their life and imitate their faith.
A mentor or teacher of God’s word is an incredible opportunity of privilege. Our lives may not be “sinless” but we should strive (seek) for “blameless integrity” and consistent faith in God and His word as others watch and learn from us.
A. I remember some who have taught me in the Word and by example. Pastor Tim Hall taught me structure and faithfulness into some basic disciplines of the faith (prayer, bible reading, etc.). Pastor and Evangelist Lee Homoki taught me about soul winning and exposed me to other effective soul winners. Pastor Lew VanderMeer taught me about faithfully leading others with non judgmentalism. Pastor Chris Hodges has been a mentor and distance friend teaching me also about leadership, acceptance and of course prayer. Jesus of course is our ultimate example as He remains constant and consistent. I pray that I too may be that also.
P. Thank you Father for spiritual leaders and teachers who have developed me and had a hand in my spiritual formation. Holy Spirit fill me and guide me to imitate their faith, particularly to be more like Jesus Christ in constancy and consistency.
