Who are you following? 

‘Remember those who rule over you, who have spoken the word of God to you, whose faith follow, considering the outcome of their conduct.’ Hebrews 13:7 NKJV 

Some people can take less and do more with it because they’ve got faith. Speaking of these people, God says, ‘Follow them’. Let’s break this verse down: a) ‘Remember those who have the rule over you.’ Are you willing to submit to authority? If not, your future’s not very bright. b) ‘Who have spoken the Word of God to you.’ Who feeds you spiritually? Your hunger, not your talent, determines your future. c) ‘Whose faith follow, considering the outcome of their conduct.’ Who should your mentor be? Somebody whose faith produces the results you want. How did Elisha earn the right to wear Elijah’s mantle? 1) By recognising and pursuing him, regardless of where the journey took him. 2) By honouring him, especially when others didn’t. 3) By drawing water from his well, until he had some in his own. 4) By serving him, knowing that if you can’t serve, you’ll never qualify to be served. 5) By obeying him. ‘Isn’t that glorifying an individual?’ You ask. No! Paul told Timothy to follow him as he followed Christ. You don’t follow the man; you follow God in the man! You catch his mantle by receiving his instructions, standing on his shoulders and making his hindsight your foresight. Today, ask God to bring such a person into your life. 

Prayer Point:

Father, thank You for all the godly people I know – whether through church, family, books or media. It inspires me to see what You’ve achieved in their lives. Lord, please bring friends and mentors alongside me who will be able to impart what they have learned and to encourage me in my walk with You. Help me to recognise who they are. In Jesus’ name, Amen.