Every Leader Needs an Abishai!
December 3, 2015
Proverbs 27:17 “As iron sharpens iron, a friend sharpens a friend.”
Building a healthy ministry doesn’t happen in isolation. It requires teamwork! In my years of ministry I’ve worked with incredible people who are much more talented than I could ever dream to be. One of the reasons that I’ve been able to pursue a lot of different opportunities is because I’ve always surrounded myself with an “Abishai”. I know, you’re thinking, “Huh? Did Brandon not take his meds today?” Every leader needs an Abishai. This person is crucial to the success of a leader. You need an Abishai! Abishai was a warrior and a friend of King David. He is mentioned in 2 Samuel 21:15-17, “David and his men were in the thick of battle, David became weak and exhausted… Ishbi-benob had cornered David and was about to kill him. But Abishai came to his rescue and killed the Philistine.” David had several men around him who were extremely loyal and dependable. I believe that every minister needs several Abishais, people with whom we can share the joys and struggles of ministry. We need people who will help us when we are weak and exhausted. Ministry is better and healthier when it is done together. With that said, let me just say how thankful I am for everyone who serves in our church. Thank you for all the energy and time you spend helping our faith family. Our ministry could not grow without you.
Building a healthy ministry doesn’t happen in isolation. It requires teamwork! In my years of ministry I’ve worked with incredible people who are much more talented than I could ever dream to be. One of the reasons that I’ve been able to pursue a lot of different opportunities is because I’ve always surrounded myself with an “Abishai”. I know, you’re thinking, “Huh? Did Brandon not take his meds today?” Every leader needs an Abishai. This person is crucial to the success of a leader. You need an Abishai! Abishai was a warrior and a friend of King David. He is mentioned in 2 Samuel 21:15-17, “David and his men were in the thick of battle, David became weak and exhausted… Ishbi-benob had cornered David and was about to kill him. But Abishai came to his rescue and killed the Philistine.” David had several men around him who were extremely loyal and dependable. I believe that every minister needs several Abishais, people with whom we can share the joys and struggles of ministry. We need people who will help us when we are weak and exhausted. Ministry is better and healthier when it is done together. With that said, let me just say how thankful I am for everyone who serves in our church. Thank you for all the energy and time you spend helping our faith family. Our ministry could not grow without you.