22/02/2022
Jesus equipped his disciples by understanding their needs. He did this in at least two ways. When he came off the Mount of Transfiguration, a man brought his sick boy to Jesus. He made the point that he had already brought his son to Jesus's disciples, and they could do nothing to help. Jesus healed the boy. Later, the disciples asked Jesus why they were unable to heal tge man's son. Jesus made the observation," This kind can come out only by prayer" Mark 9:29. Jesus had observed his followers and seen that they made too little time for the disciplines that produce power in one's spiritual life. Jesus understood their need for spiritual disciplines by observing the lack of power in their ministry.
Another time, the disciples came to Jesus with a request. After watching Jesus praying all night and seeing the power of God in his life, the disciples asked Jesus to teach them to pray. Jesus responded by teaching them the Disciples's Prayer. Jesus understood their need because he listened to their request. He equipped the twelve for ministry by modeling prayer in front of them and responding to their request when they asked him about this habit in his life.
To understand the needs of those you are responsible for, observe them in ministry and listen to their request. Listening is the easiest way to understand the needs of people who are in ministry with you. Listening is a discipline. Leaders who are goal oriented miss opportunities to serve when they forget to listen to those they are leading. Listening is time- consuming but essential to a leader's success. Listening is hard work, but it leads to opportunities to serve those whom you have recruited.
Be blessed
