22”And no one pours new wine into old wineskins. If he does, the wine will burst the skins, and both the wine and the wineskins will be ruined. No, he pours new wine into new wineskins." Mark 2:22
Followers try to protect the old way of doing things. Leaders think differently. They have a different perspective and outlook on life. Throughout Jesus’ ministry he continually tried to adjust his disciples and those in the crowd to see life from a alternate vantage point; the perspective of the Kingdom of God. Listen to how these words of Christ communicate a different perspective:
"Give to Caesar what is Caesar's, and to God what is God's." Matt. 22:21
"If any one of you is without sin, let him be the first to throw a stone.” John 8:7
“Which is easier: to say to the paralytic, 'Your sins are forgiven,' or to say, 'Get up, take your mat and walk'”? Mark 2:9
"Come, follow me," Jesus said, "and I will make you fishers of men." Mark 1:7
"You are the salt of the earth. Matt. 5:13
“Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” Matt. 5:44
“If someone strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also.” Matt. 5:39
"No one can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other”. Matt. 6:24
"Do not give dogs what is sacred; do not throw your pearls to pigs”. Matt. 7:6
“By their fruit you will recognize them”. Matt. 7:16
Think about how you think today. Are you a protector of the 'status quo' or do you see things differently than others and come up with creative answers to challenges? I have often said, "It takes no talent to point out what is wrong". It takes leadership to point in a new direction and lead the way on how to get there!
Published on Tuesday, January 12, 2010 @ 10:05 AM CDT
