Luke 9:1-6,10

New International Version 1984 (NIV1984)

Jesus Sends Out the Twelve

 

When Jesus had called the Twelve together, he gave them power and authority to drive out all demons and to cure diseases, ² and he sent them out to preach the kingdom of God and to heal the sick. ³ He told them: “Take nothing for the journey—no staff, no bag, no bread, no money, no extra tunic. ⁴ Whatever house you enter, stay there until you leave that town. ⁵ If people do not welcome you, shake the dust off your feet when you leave their town, as a testimony against them.” ⁶ So they set out and went from village to village, preaching the gospel and healing people everywhere...

¹⁰ When the apostles returned, they reported to Jesus what they had done. Then he took them with him and they withdrew by themselves to a town called Bethsaida.



Note Jesus' method of leadership. He empowered His disciples {9:1}, gave them specific instructions so they knew what to do {9:3,4}, told them how to deal with tough times {9:5}, and held them accountable {9:10}. As you lead others, study the "Master Leader's" pattern. Which of these elements do you need to incorporate into your leadership?


Joe