2 Corinthians 8:16-17 CSB – Thanks be to God, who put the same concern for you into the heart of Titus. 17 For he welcomed our appeal and, being very diligent, went out to you by his own choice.
Good Leaders Develop Others
Good Leaders Choose Their Teams Wisely
2 Corinthians 8:18 CSB – We have sent with him the brother who is praised among all the churches for his gospel ministry.
Calling
2 Corinthians 8:16-17 CSB – Thanks be to God, who put the same concern for you into the heart of Titus. 17 For he welcomed our appeal and, being very diligent, went out to you by his own choice.
Compatibility
Character
2 Corinthians 8:19-21 CSB – And not only that, but he was also appointed by the churches to accompany us with this gracious gift that we are administering for the glory of the Lord himself and to show our eagerness to help.20 We are taking this precaution so that no one will criticize us about this large sum that we are administering.21 Indeed, we are giving careful thought to do what is right, not only before the Lord but also before people.
James 4:10 CSB – Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you.
- Competency
2 Corinthians 8:22 CSB – We have also sent with them our brother. We have often tested him in many circumstances and found him to be diligent — and now even more diligent because of his great confidence in you.
Matthew 5:14-16 CSB – “You are the light of the world. A city situated on a hill cannot be hidden.15 No one lights a lamp and puts it under a basket, but rather on a lampstand, and it gives light for all who are in the house.16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.
Mark 10:43b CSB – “whoever wants to become great among you will be your servant,”
