Don’t Get Caught Slippin’
Close to 14 years ago, I heard a message, from 2 Chronicles 26, by Chuck Swindoll. The essence of the message was detecting when there is slippage in the life of spiritual leaders. These principles made and continue to make an uber impact in my life and ministry, and I thought i would share them with you. There is slippage in your ministry when:
- When greater battles are fought within instead of without.
- When more attention is directed toward the leader instead of the Lord.
- When God's help is nice but not absolutely necessary for ministry.
- When worthwhile reproofs are resisted rather than received.
- When the consequences of sin are ignored instead of feared.
How blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the law of the Lord. Psalm 119:1
He who walks in integrity walks securely, but he who perverts his ways will be found out. Proverbs 10:9
What other indicators of slippage in ministry can you add to this list?
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February 28th, 2009 at 12:24 am
These are great pieces of advice, Marvin. These are definitely worthwhile statements to ponder and keep close to heart. Thanks for sharing.