Usually when we talk about training leaders, we include Know, Be Do.  There are things they need to know, character qualities, and skills they will need for leadership.  All good stuff.

However, is there some spiritual "training" that needs to take place.  How do we teach courage or faith or boldness?  How can we prepare a next generation of leaders to be men and women of faith?

We know that faith is a major theme in the Bible.  That we cannot please God without faith.  That is it listed as a gift of the Holy Spirit.  But is it transferable?

I used to think that good preacher were simple people with more talent for communication than most of us.  But perhaps a good preacher is a total package.  When a young man stands in front of a group of people and teaches the Bible as God's word THAT HE HAS LIVED OUT BY FAITH it is almost always a dynamic life changing message.  Bold, brave, courageous people are almost always interesting to listen to.

So as you train, consider how that young man or woman will learn what it means to have a bold faith in God.

¶ 7:37 PM