Scripture
Acts 11:25-26 “Then Barnabas went to Tarsus to find Saul. When he found him, he brought him back to Antioch. Both of them stayed there with the church for a full year, teaching great numbers of people.”
Observation
1) Barnabas opened another door of ministry to Saul. His mentoring was long term. His commitment to Saul was consistent. It was for the long haul.
2) This passage reveals the importance of the teaching ministry. They stayed a full year teaching the people the Bible.
Application
Prayer and teaching the Word are my priorities. I want to be the spiritual leader of the congregation and leave most of the administration to qualified men. I am a shepherd. I am the pastor. My focus is on prayer and teaching the Bible.
Prayer
Show me the way. Reveal to me how I can teach the Bible more. Help me to be creative, consistent, and competent in my teaching. I want to increase in my effectiveness as a Bible teacher. I desire to see lives transformed by the Word of God. I ask that you confirm the word with signs and wonders following.
