The more I observe mission works in various places, the more I am convinced that we who wish to hold up the hands of the locals as they work in kingdom work must be careful to make certain we are helping and not hindering.
- We help when we work with the local brethren to accomplish the goals they set, since they are the ones who know the culture and see firsthand the most pressing needs.
We help when we let them take the lead and decide what projects need to be done.
We help when we do things for them that they cannot do for themselves.
We help when include them in the doing and serve rather as supporters and encouragers who do not undertake the whole project ourselves.
Many more things could be observed. What are some of the items you see that ar a part of helping others do God’s work effectively?