If your life is going to be fundamentally this way, you must live in constant relationship with the Lord’s Holy Spirit. If not, you may become conceited; even be competitive and envious about your spirituality. We’re in this together. Spend your time caring for your brother or sister who may be tempted, while guarding your own relationship with Christ Jesus. (Galatians 5:25-6:1)
People can lose their way at any time; even
when you least expect it. Often, success that leads to power or position can
insulate you and your leaders from the critical voices that remind you of your
human frailty. Each person needs the connection with others that comes from
community. Do you have people around you who insure that you maintain your
focus on God? Have you established accountability for other leaders to be
challenged regularly?
Here, Paul gives a principle, a warning, and
a prescription for health. You will do well for your people to hear his words.
First, Paul explains that there is ongoing work required if you wish to
maintain a healthy organization. People must continually be directed to attend
to their relationship with God. Then, he explains what happens if you don’t do
that work. Finally, he gives a very practical, general process for how to be
sure that you do the work to continue moving forward God’s way.
You know your people and their context. Let
the Holy Spirit lead you to specific ways to live this counsel from Paul.
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