Day 23

Read Matthew 20:20-28.

Jesus describes two kinds of leaders in this passage: rulers of the Gentiles and followers of Jesus. Which do you intend to be?

WISE LEADERS

Faithful followers of Jesus know that the key to their ability to lead others in doing God’s work is daily abiding in Christ and His Word, and living in obedience to the teachings of God’s Word, fully dependent on God’s life-giving Spirit.

PRAY…

Lord Jesus, help our church leaders to depend on You and the counsel of Your Word. Please instruct them daily with Your Word; inspire and motivate them by Your Spirit to obedience and faithfulness. And as we who follow them travel in their footsteps, grant them humility and grant us grace. May Christ be exalted in every decision, and may Your people delight to follow those who follow You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

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