What evidences should we look for in a spiritual leader who can lead us in the ways of the Lord?
Paul helps us:-
“For the appeal we make does not spring from error or impure motives, nor are we trying to trick you. 4 On the contrary, we speak as those approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel. We are not trying to please people but God, who tests our hearts. 5 You know we never used flattery, nor did we put on a mask to cover up greed—God is our witness. 6 We were not looking for praise from people, not from you or anyone else, even though as apostles of Christ we could have asserted our authority.” (1 Thessalonians 2 v 3-6)
No notes just headings, but each one worthy of some further thoughts.
1. Our preaching was truth.
2. Our motives were right.
3. Our walk was in the light.
4. We have been tested by God
5. We have sought to please God; but pleasing man has not been our agenda.
6. We have spoken kindness and tried to influence people; but we have never manipulated people.
7. We have been transparent; we have not been self-seeking or greedy.
8. We have always sought God’s glory; we have not used our position of authority to lord it over anyone.
These are just 8 evidences from the above verses. There is more …
Missions Paul 