How can we apply Adina's example of leadership in our daily lives? Adina’s Snapshot—1 Chronicles 11:42 “Adina son of Shiza the Reubenite, a leader of the Reubenites, and thirty with him;” Why Adina’s Example Speaks Today • A real man in a real moment, Adina rose from his tribe to support David, God’s anointed king. • He commanded a modest band—“thirty with him”—yet Scripture singles him out, underscoring the impact one steadfast leader can make. Traits That Marked Adina’s Leadership • Stepped forward when courage was needed (Joshua 1:9). • Served under authority, aligning with David rather than clinging to tribal independence (Romans 13:1). • Valued people; thirty warriors followed because they trusted him (Proverbs 20:6). • Maintained faithfulness; his name appears in God’s record of mighty men (Proverbs 22:1). Putting Those Traits Into Practice • Stepping Forward: When a task is overlooked, volunteer first instead of waiting for others. • Serving Under Authority: Support church elders, managers, or civic leaders whenever they do right, showing the same loyalty Adina offered David (Hebrews 13:17). • Valuing People: Invest in a small circle—family, team, study group—building trust through consistency and encouragement (Philippians 2:4). • Staying Faithful: Finish assignments even when applause fades, remembering that God keeps the record (Colossians 3:23-24). Leading a “Thirty” in Modern Life • Home: Cultivate a household routine that honors Christ—prayer, Scripture reading, mutual service. • Workplace: Model integrity; let coworkers see reliability that mirrors Adina’s dependability. • Church: Mentor a handful of younger believers as Paul did with Timothy (2 Timothy 2:2). • Community: Start or strengthen a small outreach—food pantry shift, neighborhood Bible study—showing leadership through service (Mark 10:45). Supporting Passages for Ongoing Growth • Luke 16:10—faithful in little, entrusted with much. • 1 Peter 5:2-3—shepherd willingly, not lording it over others. • 1 Timothy 3:1-7—character qualifications that keep leadership healthy. • Proverbs 27:17—mutual sharpening within a close-knit group. Closing Encouragement Adina’s name surfaces once, yet his obedience and courage resonate across centuries. Embracing the same readiness, loyalty, and care for a small band today allows every follower of Christ to lead meaningfully, no matter the size of the assignment. |
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