The question was where the ship would make port for the winter. He has surrounded himself with executives that are experienced and insightful. Gods power and His sovereign control are no pretext for carelessness or recklessness. The prisoners (at least the dangerous or violent ones) may have been in chains. It opens to the East and Southeast, but is not fit to winter in. When this happens, there will be no protection for the lost. "I have appointed you as a light for the Gentiles, to bring salvation to the ends of the earth" (Acts 13:47). With great difficulty, the dinghy was hoisted on board, and then supporting cables were used to undergird the bottom of the ship, so that it might not break up under the weight of its cargo and the stresses of the storm. Progress was slow, due to wind conditions. 541 Lukes narrative of the voyage and shipwreck of Paul on his way to Italy is a small classic in its own right, as graphic a piece of descriptive writing as anything in the Bible. It was the crew of the ship who lived dangerously, foolishly risking the ship, the cargo, and the lives of all on board, just to get ahead a little. There are portions of Scripture that talk about the qualifications of a leader in the church. If you are a Christian, the same safety is yours, when you are walking in obedience to His commands, and within His purposes. This book will teach you how to put the pieces together so you can live a victorious Christian life and finally become the man or woman of God that you truly desire to be. A late date for the day of atonement is required also by the time notes of the subsequent journey to Italy. Our world, like that ship of Pauls, was headed for destruction. The following post is adapted from my personal academic coursework. His sarcasm showed his disdain for those who had forsaken God. While Paul had not lost hope, as had his shipmates, he must have been afraid. It was a coasting vessel, which was to call at various ports of the province of Asia; at one of these Julius knew he would find a ship, preferably a grain ship, bound for Italy. F. F. Bruce, The Book of Acts, Revised Edition (Grand Rapids: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 1988), p. 477. 6 In this you greatly rejoice, even though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been distressed by various trials, 7 that the proof of your faith, {being} more precious than gold which is perishable, even though tested by fire, may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ; 8 and though you have not seen Him, you love Him, and though you do not see Him now, but believe in Him, you greatly rejoice with joy inexpressible and full of glory, 9 obtaining as the outcome of your faith the salvation of your souls (1 Peter 1:3-9). One church member compliments your Sunday morning message, the next complains about your quoting Carl Jung because he is not a Christian. One of the most outstanding examples of leadership in the Bible is the example of Moses. At its heart, leadership for the Christian means loving God, walking in God's ways, acknowledging God's blessing, confessing personal limitations and corporate failures, doing justice, seeking peace and asking God for the gift of . All in all, it would be best to wait out the storm at sea. Brothers and sisters, choose seven men from among you who are known to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. Verses 33-41 report Pauls encouragement, in words and deeds, and the grounding and breaking up of the ship. This necessitated sailing close to the coast of Cyprus, which, to some degree, sheltered them from the contrary winds (verse 4). What was required for this situation was Godly leadership. Few managers or politicians understand that. Some call it a tough mind and a tender heart. Jesus (Luke 5:16) Of course, one cannot talk about godly leadership without pointing to the ultimate example: Jesus Christ. The broad issue is that of leadership. All one needs is a clean needle or a condom or possibility an abortion and theyre off and running, seeking a little pleasure, at the cost of the loss of their life, and of their soul. In every effective leader's life, there is a time for love, but also a time for courage. Christianity is not a fair weather religion. Some Christians are inclined to live their lives sloppily, believing that because God is sovereign He will, on demand, produce a miracle to deliver us from the fruits of our own foolishness. The gospel sustains men in the greatest storms of life. There is no thus saith the Lord here, but Pauls words were worth heeding. But there was a problem. Would any have heeded Paul or the gospel as seriously as they did, had the trip to Rome gone quickly and smoothly? Your Bible study. Why not get better at it? Godly leadership like this can impact homes, communities, churches, businesses, schools, politics, sports basically every area of life. Bob was born and raised in a Christian home i More, The Net Pastors Journal, Eng. 35 Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Leaders in the bible had six key characteristics that included commitment, credibility, purpose, gifts, accountability, and self-discipline. There is no place safer than the place of obedience to the Word of God. These prisoners were (pardon me for this) twice pardoned.. Paul was kept safe, and as a result, all of those with him were saved as well. Democratic leadership is an effective leadership style but can sometimes be too slow when fast decisions are needed. Here are seven whose leadership played a significant role in leading the early church and furthering the gospel. They would hardly wish to be close to shore in the storm anyway, for there was more danger of the ship breaking up on the rocks than of it breaking up in the open sea. They were not men who manipulated people or their circumstances in order to further their own power or position. 557 This is not to suggest that Paul now emerged because he knew that this was the low-point of his fellow-passengers, but because the night before the angel of God had appeared to him. What Does It Mean That There Is No One Holy Like God? 10 For if while we were enemies, we were reconciled to God through the death of His Son, much more, having been reconciled, we shall be saved by His life (Romans 5:8-10). And so Paul was correct, though not speaking at the moment with prophetic inspiration, authority, or inerrancy. He refused to bow to the king and ended up in the lion's den. Pauls safety and deliverance was so certain that it was sufficient for others as well. They cut loose the anchors, which set the ship free, as wind and waves propelled it toward land. It was his responsibility to persuade her to use the position she had to make a difference. These passengers were spared, I suspect, so that they could not only hear the gospel, but experience the hope which the gospel gives, and the power by which the gospel saves unworthy sinners. Pauls influence was not the result of his political maneuverings, but mens response to his personal competence. Verses 30-32 describe the sailors attempt to abandon ship, which they aborted, due to the action taken by the soldiers, who heeded Pauls words of warning. Lukes remark has point only if it fell rather late in the solar calendar that year. They had little to gain and much to lose. Whatever God has promised to do, He will do. Paul had a fair bit of experience with sea travel. Handling the ship in this storm was almost impossible, and any attempt would require an expert crew. The soldiers were thus acting to save themselves, as well as the rest on board. Hence the battle to maintain a westerly course, aided, it appears, by a veering of the wind to the east, as the cyclonic disturbance shifted its centre. Blaiklock p. 190. The God who was to rescue them was Pauls God, the God whom he served, and to whom he would bear testimony before Caesar. Where is your God, he asked. The short version is that there was a plot to destroy the Jews, and Mordecai got wind of the plot. If the prisoners were to make it to land, the soldiers would have to release them. 558 The fourteenth night is reckoned from the time they left Fair Havens. Paul had courage in the face of opposition because he had limitless horizons in his mission. Order Curriculum, Literature, and Church Supplies, by Brooks Faulkner on Tuesday, September 08, 2015 at 6:00 AM. The most memorable aspect of effective leadership of a pastor is when he has survived the polarities of differing opinions and modeled having each side respect the other's. But once the sailors discerned that land was nearby, staying on board ship became increasingly dangerous. Here is one passage that talks about the qualifications of a leader. For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your fathers family will perish. Clarence L. Haynes Jr. is a speaker, Bible teacher, and co-founder of The Bible Study Club. Paul encourages all on board to eat, and they do. Paul assured them that not a hair from their head would perish (verse 34). These people saw first hand the hope of the gospel in Paul, when all hope was lost. They were now well into the dangerous season; as Luke notes, even the Fast had now gone by. Humanly viewed, Paul was constantly in grave danger, but he was never more safe or secure than when he was on his way to Rome. 553 The storm was now heavy upon the lumbering vessel, as it came roaring out of the north-east. Airline pilots must constantly monitor weather conditions, and make decisions as to the route they will take, their altitude, and even their destination. . Silent team members are specifically asked their opinions to make sure all perspectives are heard. Paul accomplishes all this without any formal leadership position or authority. This problem would require the wisdom and guidance of the Holy Spirit, which is foundational to Godly leadership. It was drifting wherever the storm carried it. He is the author ofThe Pursuit of Purpose which will help you understand how God leads you into his will. Paul believed in the power of God and in His infinite control over all things, in heaven and on the earth. I take it that this was a form of democratic rule. He must live wisely and be just. By the way, Paul may not have been frightened so much for himself as for the others. Brooks Faulkner previously served as the senior pastoral ministry specialist for LifeWay Christian Resources. He believed in himself, but he believed in something bigger than himself, namely, "Jesus Christ and Him crucified," (1 Cor. When Samuel became old, he made his sons judges over Israel. It was, I believe, for the sake of the gospel that Paul and these passengers were saved. 1. The ship would be lost, but not one of the passengers would perish. Remember this applies whether you are leading one or many. Thankfully if God has called you to leadership, he will take the time to help you grow into it. And a woman who has an unbelieving husband, and he consents to live with her, let her not send her husband away. Their arrival had not been without difficulty, but things were only to go from bad to worse. He arose, then, for two reasons: (1) his shipmates were in desperate need of encouragement, and (2) he now had a word from God for them. If Gods sovereignty is the source of comfort to the Christian, it is the source of terror for the unbeliever, for God has warned of His coming judgment. Think of it. The God whom Paul served was a God who was (and is) in control. You are the devil's advocate. He did get disgusted. Because of its size and cargo, it required deeper water. Here are three people who stand out as servant leadership examples in the Bible. Not the Adriatic Sea as we now call the sea between Italy and the mainland of Illyricum, but all the lower Mediterranean between Italy and Greece. Robertson, p. 469. The Bible is pretty clear about what Godly leadership looks like. Priscilla and Aquila are an example of Godly leadership that was displayed or exhibited in a married couple. Obedient Daniel. True leaders aren't afraid to call a spade a spade. 545 This seems to be the same Aristarchus mentioned in Acts 19:29; 20:4; Colossians 4:10 and Philemon 24. 1. The journey was delayed by unfavorable winds. 16 From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work. God used the centurion, who had come to deeply respect and admire Paul, to spare him, along with the rest. Paul spoke up, cautioning them about sailing on any further, and warning them that if they pressed on this would result in the loss of lives and property. In a storm, control of the ship is limited, and so navigating a narrow entrance to a port would be almost impossible. Engage group members: The leader involves members and encourages them to involve others. 36 Just as it is written, For Thy sake we are being put to death all day long; We were considered as sheep to be slaughtered. 37 But in all these things we overwhelmingly conquer through Him who loved us. Did he do anything? Read Chapter All Versions. He loved God. God has given each leader specific gifts. Therefore whoever resists the authorities resists what God has appointed, and those who resist will incur judgment. After all, the ships captain and the pilot had more experience, and they also had more to lose. Resilience may be the cornerstone of effective leadership. Moses. Even running under the shelter of a small island (Clauda, verse 16), they could hardly get the ships dingy on board. The Greater Syrtis was still a great distance away, but the wind might continue to blow for many days, and that was the direction in which it was blowing them. 1 Peter 5:3. He's Where the Joy Is by Tara-Leigh Cobble, Black Church Leadership & Family Conference, 10 Gift Ideas for Pastor Appreciation Month, Pastor Appreciation Month: 5 Ways to Say Thanks, Why Prayer is Essential in the Life of a Leader. Sailing past Cilicia and Pamphylia, they landed at Myra in Lycia (verse 5).546 It was here that they had to change ships. Related Topics: Issues in Church Leadership/Ministry, Leadership, Robert L. (Bob)Deffinbaugh graduated from Dallas Theological Seminary with his Th.M. The soldiers heed Pauls words and cut the ropes to the lifeboat, letting it fall away. In spite of Pauls words of encouragement, the passengers had still not eaten. (This also required a small boat, which was going to be taken by those abandoning the ship.) Paul strongly urged them to stay where they were, at Fair Havens. Other words for democratic leadership Not one soul was lost. They made port in Sidon, a city about 70 miles north of Caesarea. He was going to survive. This centurion was to develop a deep respect for Paul, so that he would extend considerable liberties to him, take seriously his advice, and make every effort to protect him. If Paul had been incompetent and impotent in this time of crisis, who would have wanted to hear him tell about faith in Jesus as the Messiah? The one whose fate was sure and certain, was the most cautious; those whose ultimate fate was most uncertain were those who lived most dangerously. A centurion of the Augustan cohort by the name of Julius543 was placed in charge of the prisoners. But today, we want to focus on a . 1 Timothy 4:12. In one of the more popular set of verses in the Bible, here is what Mordecai told Esther. We're sorry, an error occurred. If we are not in Christ, who has weathered the storm, then we must endure the storm ourselves, to our eternal destruction. In A.D. 59 it fell on October 5, but in all the neighboring years from 57 to 62 it fell earlier. He left this to God. Pauls leadership emerged in a democratic society. We are told that the majority reached the decision to sail on, rather than to winter in Fair Havens. Their objective was to work with two groups of people from different cultures and make sure one did not feel slighted over the other. Far to the south, off the African coast, lay the notorious Syrtes (17), the graveyard of many ships, as underwater archaeology has vividly revealed in recent years. At the beginning of the chapter, Paul is the object, the one who is acted upon. The sovereignty of God is no excuse for careless or reckless living. Too often, I hear leadership spoken of as a place of status, rather than a place of service. He did not claim to have a certain (prophetic) knowledge of what was going to happen. They just happened to run aground at the place where two seas met.562 It seems that the action of the water created some kind of sandbar or shallows, on which the ship stuck fast. 4. Everyone speaks their minds in team meetings. Apparently Paul discerned that those in charge were predisposed to sailing a little further. los lderes demcratas (41) dirigentes socialdemcratas (18) lderes democrticos (15) lderes demcratas (13) demcratas (8) If elected in free elections, the usurpers of power are usually democratic leaders. We will turn this responsibility over to them and will give our attention to prayer and the ministry of the word. This proposal pleased the whole group. 561 Before, adrift in the sea, they made no effort to guide the ship. As peoples personalities are different, so are the leadership styles. I confess, I am distressed at the ways in which Christians are trying to take control of the political and governmental positions of authority. Isnt it true that men do those things which they know to be risky, partly for the love of the risk, and often due to some small gain they wish, prompted by a false sense of assurance, and by the hope for some small gain? Discouraged by the disapproval of Jesus, yet blessed by the warmth and affection of Jesus. A late night visitation by an angel of God and Pauls words of encouragement to his shipmates is reported in verses 21-26. Pauls circumstances certainly do no give him any status, any clout, with anyone on board that ship. (4) The Sovereignty of God and Human Responsibility. Paul lived dangerously, in one respect, but no one could have been any safer. As time went on, as Paul was better known, and as the crises on board the ship became more pronounced, Paul stepped forward, giving both direction and hope to all the others on ship. They also loosened the ropes which lashed down the rudders and hoisted the sail.561 They were on their way toward land. Aquila and Priscilla greet you warmly in the Lord, and so does the church that meets at their house (1 Corinthians 16:19). The point was, before you can lead others you have to learn how to lead yourself. But more than this, God had already assured Paul that he would reach Rome. He has also just released his new book The Pursuit of Victory: How To Conquer Your Greatest Challenges and Win In Your Christian Life. One more detail about the future was revealed by Paul: the ship must run aground on a certain, but unnamed, island. How often, I wonder, are others benefited by the presence of a believer? Paul is one of a number of prisoners, on his way to Rome to stand trial before Caesar. I could talk about David, Moses, or Nehemiah, but I want to talk about three lesser-known leaders who make great examples of Godly leadership in the Bible. Dwight Eisenhower (1890-1969) - The 34th President of the U.S. Eisenhower was the Supreme Command of NATO before he served two terms as the U.S. President. As a church staff or volunteer ministry leader, you can learn valuable and unique lessons from several biblical characters. And who would not be afraid in such a storm. God used this two-year delay of Felix and the bungling of Festus to bring Paul to the point where he would appeal to Caesar. The most probable account is that they dropped a floating anchor or drift anchor, which was dragged astern at the end of a rope of suitable length so as to offer the maximum resistance every time the ship plunged down from the crest of a wave. Bruce, p. 486. Pay attention to the type of men they chose to handle this problem. Paul was spared so that he could go to Rome, and there proclaim the gospel. What is the relationship between spiritual leadership and secular leadership? I think not. They planned to slip away, on the pretext of laying out anchors, but they were going to take the lifeboat (as it were) and leave the people to fend for themselves in the ravaging storm, in a ship drifting ever near the rocks of the approaching shore. There was some level of favoritism going on. The seas were closed to sailing until the beginning of February at the earliest; the three months spent in Malta must therefore have corresponded roughly to November, December, and January, so they must have left Fair Havens not much before mid-October. Here is a list of famous examples of democratic leaders: Dwight Eisenhower, The 34th U.S. President Steve Jobs, Co-founder of Apple Larry Page, Co-founder of Google Jack Dorsey, CEO of Twitter Read more about these Famous examples of democratic leadership and feel inspired. Just so you know, the person they are talking about in Acts 18:26 is Apollos.
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