Pillars

Overview

In this training, we discuss the three essential relationships Jesus modeled during His ministry - the 12, the 3, and the 1. These relationships include serving those who are broken, being transparent with trusted friends, and submitting to spiritual authority. Each relationship serves a unique purpose in personal and spiritual growth. By cultivating these relationships, leaders can experience growth, freedom, and fulfillment in their calling.

Outline

• The importance of the three key relationships 
  • Three key relationships are illustrated in Matthew 26:36-39
• The 12: Those We Serve
  • Jesus' relationship with the 12 disciples
  • The need to serve and engage with broken people
  • Learning grace, wisdom, and dependence on Jesus through serving others
  • The temptation to isolate from broken people
• The 3: Transparency and Trust
  • The need for transparency and sharing struggles
  • The importance of choosing the right people to confide in
  • Benefits of transparency
• The 1: Submitting to Authority
  • Jesus' relationship with the Father
  • The need for spiritual authority in our lives
  • Benefits of submitting to authority
  • Giving permission to others to speak into our lives

Questions

1. Do a self-assessment: Do you lack any of these three relationships? If so, what step can you take this month to build the type of relationship with the 12, the 3, or the 1?
2. Do you find yourself naturally drawn to one of these relationship types more than the others? Why do you think that is?
3. Do you have a spiritual authority? If not, who can you ask to become a spiritual authority in your life?
4. How can you model these three types of relationships for the young people you lead or influence?

Further Study

Matthew 26:36-39

Referenced Verses

2 Samuel 12:1-15

John 13:1-17