In this episode, Aila reflects on a DBS on Acts 20:17–32 (last episode) and what it means to think like a movement leader. At the core is the heart: movements belong to God, not us. As we follow Jesus’ example, we’re called to faithful stewardship—trusting that God is the one who begins, sustains, and multiplies.
1. Movements Belong to God
- Like Paul, leaders prepare others even if they won’t “see the results”
- We don’t own or control movements—God does
- Parable of the Tenants (Matt 21:33–46): we are stewards, not owners
- Holding onto what isn’t ours can lead to it being “taken away”
- God can spark movement anywhere—even where it seems impossible
2. Humility & Self-Emptying (Acts 20:18–19)
- “I served the Lord with great humility and with tears…” (v.19)
- Pride quietly kills movements—humility sustains them
- Follow Jesus’ model: daily surrender and self-emptying
- Be catalysts—point to God, not ourselves
- Leave no trail of personal glory; make disciples of Jesus, not of us
3. Focus on the Task (Acts 20:24)
- “My only aim is to finish the race and complete the task…” (v.24)
- This is a marathon, not a sprint—perseverance matters
- Stay focused despite pressure, praise, or hardship
- Don’t chase numbers or outcomes—trust God for fruit
- Depend on God daily: fruit grows naturally, not by force
“I’ve never seen a tree that forces itself to bear fruit. Trees bear fruit naturally. But there are things that you have to do with the tree so they can bear fruit.”
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