"When he came to Jerusalem, he tried to join the disciples, but they were all afraid of him, not believing that he really was a disciple. But Barnabas took him and brought him to the apostles. He told them how Saul on his journey had seen the Lord and that the Lord had spoken to him, and how in Damascus he had preached fearlessly in the name of Jesus." - Acts 9:26-27
I well remember the first year or
two after Bible College. I was seeking the Lord's direction for ministry and
looking for any opportunity to preach. My pastor was a kind and gracious man
who took me to ministerial fellowships and introduced me to fellow pastors.
As a result, I was invited to preach at different churches and eventually one
called me as their pastor. My pastor, George Bogan, (who later became
my father-in-law) was a true "Son of Encouragement" (Acts
4:36) to me. Everyone needs a Barnabas.
Paul shook his world for Jesus.
He had the courage and tenacity that very few men have. He traveled
throughout his world three times with the gospel message and debated with the
wisest men of the day. He wrote volumes of deep doctrinal truth that even Peter
found hard to understand. (2 Peter 3:15-16) Yet, Paul needed an
encourager to come along side and introduce him to the disciples in
Jerusalem. Paul needed a Barnabas.
Be wise my friend, and don't try
to go it alone. We all need someone who will be an encourager on the road
of life. At the same time, there is someone that the Lord has brought
into your life that needs you to be their encourager. Will you answer that
call? Just remember... Everyone needs a Barnabas.
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