READ: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10
“And ye became followers of us, and of the Lord…” – 1 Thessalonians 1:6
I have found people who have done great things for the Lord but have left very little teachings about how they did what they did. For instance, Kathryn Khulman had a great miracle ministry that I admire and learn from. But I have not been able to learn how to enter the miracle ministry through any teachings of hers. However, studying the things Kathryn Khulman actually did has helped me greatly. Reading her biography over and over again has given me great insight into what she actually did in the healing ministry.
Even though I have tried earnestly to learn from the teachings of John Wesley, I have not been able to understand any of his teachings. Indeed, even the English language is different. However, his life, his challenges and his problems have been such a blessing to me. I have learnt so much from what he did and almost nothing from what he said. You must be able to identify those who are called to teach you by their lives and not by their teachings.
That’s why I have sent Timothy, my beloved and faithful child in the Lord. He will remind you of how I follow Christ Jesus, just as I teach in all the churches wherever I go. 1 Corinthians 4:17, New Living Translation
Remember your leaders who taught you the word of God. Think of all the good that has come from their lives, and follow the example of their faith. Hebrews 13:7, New Living Translation