MAKING THE LIST

TEXT: Mark 3:14.

 

The passion of every visionary is the fulfillment of a vision; hence they become engrossed and sometimes obsessed with an extraordinary drive to accomplish the vision. It is in the process of the pursuit of their vision that they win the admiration of others, who then seek to identify with them. Such people end up being the leaders to those who gather around them. But in the midst of this crowd, every leader with a vision continually seeks for those who will help make the vision a reality. Hence, the value of a follower is not in the length of time they have been with the leader, but how much of themselves they have given to the vision. The leader is continually looking to see the degree and depth of understanding a follower carries about the vision. Lip service and eye service are a waste of time because in no time they will be tested in real situations and circumstances. It takes much more than flowery words to make the list. A leader consciously and unconsciously compiles a list of those he believes will help make things happen. They are the ones he believes will make the difference when it matters most. Sycophants and busy bodies have no place in this list. This list is beyond a job title or position. People are able to make the making list when they demonstrate exceptional qualities.  When you speak, he seeks for the heart of the vision in your speech. When you act he is concern about how much of your action is profitable to the vision. When he expresses a desire, a committed follower seeks to make it a reality (see 2 Sam 23: 14-17).  This is where some are able to carve a niche for themselves by seeing into the unuttered desires of their leader and acting accordingly, because they share in his burdens and are accurately proactive to the admiration of their leader. In no time it is only natural for their leader to become attached to them as he sees the need to give them a place among the inner caucus (see 2 Sam. 23:8-12). There was no election conducted before Peter, James and John found a place in the inner caucus of Jesus’ ministry. Every leader is in dire need of faithful friends among his followers, and it often takes much more than tribal, racial, or any other sentiments to find them. The greatest disappointment of most leaders is the scarcity of truly committed followers.  Who are you? Where do you fit in? Can you be trusted? Do something to upgrade your value and relevance and you will be amazed the glory that shall be yours. Devotional 2013 by Rev. Igho L.Y: The Glorious Fountain Ministries.