“Never be in a hurry about appointing a church leader” (1 Timothy 5:22).

LEADERSHIP ADVICE FROM PAUL TO TIMOTHY

Good leadership advice. Before elevating someone to leadership, put them through a time of testing. See if they are F.A.T. (Faithful, Available, Teachable), then set them apart and give them some authority. Better to be short on leaders for a little while than to rush to raise up those who will disappoint and do harm.
 
PRAYER: Dear Father, help us to raise up leaders from the younger generation who can carry the gospel to the next. Give us wisdom to know who can be entrusted with leadership. In Jesus’ name, amen.