Leaders also need protecting.
“When Timothy comes, see to it that he has nothing to fear while he is with you, for he is carrying on the work of the Lord, just as I am. No one, then, should treat him with contempt. Send him on his way in peace so that he may return to me. I am expecting him along with the brothers.” (1 Corinthians 16:10-11 )
At a time when to chase after celebrity Pastors and leaders seems a favourite pastime for some, Paul wants to protect Timothy. Why?
- There were things on his cv which some may want to disqualify him for. “Don’t let him be looked down upon’ was either because he was young or inexperienced or both.
- He was doing the work of God regardless what people thought and Paul said he was actually a colleague. We should judge less on personality or status and rather evaluate their commitment to the work.
- Being a Church leader can be an intimidating experience. Paul doesn’t want Timothy to fear.
- Paul wants Timothy to continue, he wants him back! How many fall by the wayside because they never experienced peace?! Paul desires continuity.
- Paul knows that every leader needs a spiritual parent to watch for them.
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