Jesus Didn’t win the World!
Jesus didn’t win the world…
Jesus had a tribe of 12. He didn’t come to win the world but came to die for the world! He invested in and equipped a tribe of 12 that did win the world! What a great challenge for leaders!
Jesus didn’t spent His earthly ministry trying to do everything himself, or His vision for His church would not have survived! He had to invest in others to the point they were not just PASSIONATE about the Gospel vision, they OWNED it, and it OWNED them!
We need to examine our philosophy and strategy of leadership. Are we trying to carry a single or multiple visions by ourselves, burning the candle at both ends “trying to get it done.” Or, are we investing and equipping a group of leaders that will move things and go places we never imagined. I believe that was Jesus’ heart, and that’s why He said, “greater things will you do.”
When God gives a BIG vision, that person generally doesn’t see it fulfilled! (i.e., Moses, Abraham & Jesus)
If the vision is only about YOU it will die with you. Invest and plant it it others and the vision will live WITHOUT you! That’s what Jesus did!
Are you willing to lead like Jesus did, and give the vision away?
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RT @ArtieDavis: Jesus Didn’t win the World! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
Challenging thoughts. Too often I want to run and do it all – God reminds me with post like this – It is not about me but about HIM.
Thanks for the reminder!
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Thanks Jim, we all need a little butt kicking reminder from time to time (hopefully with a little boot!)
It was a tribe of average men with a little help from the Holy Spirit that won the world! Don’t forget the Holy Spirit!
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Thanks Mark! The power of the Spirit is a given, very clearly stated in Scripture. The principle I’m sharing is not so evident.
RT @artiedavis: Ever think about this…Jesus Didn’t win the World! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
RT @jacook76 RT @artiedavis: Ever think about this…Jesus Didn’t win the World! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
Great article – I have been having this same conversation with myself.
http://www.theexperienceclt.com
Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here..Jesus Didn’t win the World! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
RT @Working_Writer: Challenging thoughts. RT @artiedavis Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
“@ArtieDavis: Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here..Jesus Didn’t win the World! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY” great post!
RT Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here..Jesus Didn’t win the World! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
R U re-THINKING your Leadership strategy, me too…talking about it here> http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
Artie,
this is strong. Thank you for taking time to invest your leadership experience and emotional labor in us!
Derwin
@Artie Davis R U re-THINKING your Leadership strategy, me too…talking about it here> http://bit.ly/f3YpkY // Leaders, read this!
Josh Britt says: Great Stuff! This is a great principle and observation. Thanks so much for sharing and reminding us.
RT @artiedavis Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
RT @artiedavis Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
RT @artiedavis: Jesus Didn’t win the World!: Jesus didn’t win the world… Jesus had a tribe of 12. He didn’t come to win the worl… http://bit.ly/ibH4Eo
RT @artiedavis Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
RT @artiedavis Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
RT @thesticks: GREAT discussion here. Re-THINKING your Leadership strategy, me too…@ArtieDavis talks about it here> http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
RT @artiedavis Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
RT @artiedavis Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
Cleve Walker says: If a leader cannot release and share leadership, then his vision may not be God’s Vision. At that point, what may have been genuine vision has morphed into a “pet” project. As for the Apostles winning the world, I believe the better description of what they did after being commissioned by the Lord is found in the book of Acts. They were described as “turning the world upside down” with their Gospel preaching.
Rhinda says: Love this Post, many great points ~ Happy Easter.
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RT @ArtieDavis: Jesus Didn’t win the World! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
Well said, Artie!
Well…Thank you very much Sandy. Blessings!
Challenging thoughts. Too often I want to run and do it all – God reminds me with post like this – It is not about me but about HIM.
Thanks for the reminder!
Thanks Jim, we all need a little butt kicking reminder from time to time (hopefully with a little boot!)
RT @artiedavis: Jesus Didn’t win the World! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
It was a tribe of average men with a little help from the Holy Spirit that won the world! Don’t forget the Holy Spirit!
Thanks Mark! The power of the Spirit is a given, very clearly stated in Scripture. The principle I’m sharing is not so evident.
RT @artiedavis: Ever think about this…Jesus Didn’t win the World! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
RT @jacook76 RT @artiedavis: Ever think about this…Jesus Didn’t win the World! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
RT @artiedavis: Jesus Didn’t win the World! http://bit.ly/erejsA
Good word. I have been trying to get it done myself. I WILL EQUIP AND RELEASE!
That is so freeing my bro. Push hart man, praying for you!
Great article – I have been having this same conversation with myself.
http://www.theexperienceclt.com
Thanks Richard, always good to find those who are discovering the same thing!
Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here..Jesus Didn’t win the World! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
RT @Working_Writer: Challenging thoughts. RT @artiedavis Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
“@ArtieDavis: Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here..Jesus Didn’t win the World! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY” great post!
RT Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here..Jesus Didn’t win the World! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
R U re-THINKING your Leadership strategy, me too…talking about it here> http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
Artie,
this is strong. Thank you for taking time to invest your leadership experience and emotional labor in us!
Derwin
Muchly Honored my brother. Really appreciate the kind words!
@Artie Davis R U re-THINKING your Leadership strategy, me too…talking about it here> http://bit.ly/f3YpkY // Leaders, read this!
Great Stuff! This is a great principle and observation. Thanks so much for sharing and reminding us.
Thanks so much Josh, honored
RT @artiedavis Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
RT @artiedavis Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
great word brother!
RT @artiedavis: Jesus Didn’t win the World!: Jesus didn’t win the world… Jesus had a tribe of 12. He didn’t come to win the worl… http://bit.ly/ibH4Eo
RT @artiedavis Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
RT @artiedavis Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
RT @thesticks: GREAT discussion here. Re-THINKING your Leadership strategy, me too…@ArtieDavis talks about it here> http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
RT @artiedavis Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
RT @artiedavis Been RE-THINKING my Leadership strategy, talking about it here! http://bit.ly/f3YpkY
If a leader cannot release and share leadership, then his vision may not be God’s Vision. At that point, what may have been genuine vision has morphed into a “pet” project. As for the Apostles winning the world, I believe the better description of what they did after being commissioned by the Lord is found in the book of Acts. They were described as “turning the world upside down” with their Gospel preaching.
Love this Post, many great points ~ Happy Easter.