Leadership, Yokes & the Way of Jesus

🎙️A Deeper Dive – Acts 15: Leadership, Yokes & the Way of JesusIn today’s episode, we finish our walk through Acts 15 and step into a powerful look at godly leadership. Pastor Barry takes us through the Jerusalem Council, Jesus’ teaching on heavy and light yokes, and the real-life tension between Paul and Barnabas.This chapter isn’t just church history—it’s a mirror for our own lives.Who are we following?What kind of leader are we becoming?And are we carrying the yoke of Jesus—or the heavy burdens others try to lay on us?We explore:Why Peter pushed back against religious burdensJesus’ two teachings on yokes—one heavy, one lightKing leaders vs. servant leadersWhat it means to be Spirit-led and accountableWhy even great leaders sometimes clashHow God still works through imperfect peopleWhy leadership in your home, work, and church truly mattersYou’ll walk away encouraged, challenged, and reminded that God is still shaping leaders—right here, right now.💬 Key Thought:We all influence someone. Let’s be the kind of leaders who lift burdens, not add them.🙏 Today’s Prayer:“Lord, help me lead like You—humbly, faithfully, and filled with Your Spirit. Make me a light to those who follow behind me.”📌 Scripture References:Acts 15, Matthew 11:28–30, Matthew 23If this episode helps you, share it with a friend! And let us know how God is using A Deeper Dive to bless your week.