WISDOM FROM THE WILDERNESS 04 �“Where Are All The Jethro’s?” �

EXODUS 18:9-26

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“Where Are All The Jethro’s?” �

Matthew 11:26-30 (ESV) �²⁶  yes, Father, for such was your gracious will. �²⁷  All things have been handed over to me by my Father, and no one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son chooses to reveal him. �²⁸  Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. �²⁹  Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. �³⁰  For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

“Where Are All The Jethro’s?” �

Exodus 18:9-26

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• OVERWHELMED and OVERWORKED,
• STRESSED OUT AND HIGH ANXIETY? YOUR WORK IS TOO HEAVY?

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“Where Are All The Jethro’s?” �

• When you are overwhelmed and Overworked:

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• I. LEAD WITH PRAISE TO THE LORD: (vs.9-12)

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“Where Are All The Jethro’s?” �

• When you are overwhelmed and Overworked:

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II. MINISTRY WAS NEVER MEANT TO BE A SOLO SPORT: (vs.13-16)

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“Where Are All The Jethro’s?” �

• When you are overwhelmed and Overworked:

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III. DEVELOP LEADERS TO LOVE PEOPLE: (vs.19-22)

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“Where Are All The Jethro’s?” �

• When you are overwhelmed and Overworked:

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IV. LEADERS Listen, Learn and Love: (vs.23-26)

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1. Seek God’s Direction and Then Walk In It: (vs.23)
2. Listen and Give Good Advice: (vs.24)
3. Surround Yourself with good leaders: (vs.25)
4. Celebrate All The Victories: (25)

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