Pass It On

Roberta and I just got back from a quick vacation in Monterey. Roberta took this picture of me playing golf at Spyglass Hill Golf Links. We had a great time. Thank you Believers Fellowship. Your generous gift at our 10 year anniversary made this trip possible.

While we were in Monterey we were constantly reminded of the rich history and tradition of the area. It is interesting how that tradition has been passed on. Families of fisherman have passed on the business from generation to generation. Families that have been in the restaurant business have seen their children carry on the traditions. Also, this week in Monterey there will be a golf tournament sponsored by the Champions Tour and The First Tee. It is a unique tournament where a senior golfer is paired with a junior golf. The purpose is to generate an interest among young people for the history and tradition of the game of golf.

This all made me think of the little series we are doing on discipleship. This is what it is all about. Discipleship is passing on the faith. It is what Paul told Timothy to do in 2 Timothy 2:2, "And the things you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses, these entrust to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also." This verse speaks of four generations - Paul, Timothy, faithful men, and others. Discipleship is passing on the faith (both the doctrine and the practice) from one generation to the next whether it be to our physical children or to spiritual children that we have the privilege of ministering to.

Don't let it end with you. Make sure you are investing your life into someone else who will not only live out the faith but pass it on to others as well. All believers have the responsibility to pass it on.