Dear Diary,
In my devotion today, I encountered another man in Acts 18:24-28 whose qualities are worth considering. From Dr. Luke's description of this itinerant dude there's something to learn from him generally as a man and as a preacher.
1. Apollos was an eloquent, cultured and knowledgeable man, v.24. First, he was eloquent. It is important to learn to speak out and express yourself clearly and powerfully. Second, he was cultured. Well, having a refined taste and manners; being enlightened and well informed, whether an ordinary man or a preacher, it's of paramount importance to be well-mannered. Third, it good to be knowledgeable. Knowledge is good and the more you know the more you learn. Knowledge improves your thought process and gives you confidence and importantly, you can apply what you know and learn. How much more when you know God, His word and will for your life?
2. Apollos was fervent, he was impassioned/ardent/wholehearted, v. 25. Now, you need to have passion for what you do. Be passionate about God and His word.
3. Apollos was careful, excellent and presented the truth accurately, v. 25. Accuracy and precision are tied together. Some mistakes are intolerable and others are fatal. Men ought to present the truth, especially God's truth carefully and accurately.
4. Apollos was a courageous orator, v.26. You will face too many competing agendas, polarizing personalities, complexity and uncertainties but as a man, whether ordinary or a preacher, you need courage to defend your faith. Stand for what you believe.. courage is a healthy sense of pride and it gives you influence.
5. Apollos was a teachable man, v. 26. He willingly submitted under the tuition of Aquila and Priscilla and his knowledge and understanding was enriched. Be sort of Berean, receive good teaching about God with eagerness. Be teachable.
Regards,
NzakuNashipae
NzakuNashipae
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