by John Lim and Breck Yoo
Editor’s Note: Pastor Patrick wanted to do a series here on the Beacon that encouraged the attendees of the Shepherds Conference to share their thoughts with the church. This is the second part in that series. And if you are interesting in listening to the messages, you can download them all for free.
From an overall evaluation, what was at least one thing that was encouraging to you from the Shepherds Conference?
I am always moved by the hospitality of our host families who house us during the shepherd’s conference. The host family that I had the pleasure of staying with even invited the whole LBC SD and SJ group for a “snack” fellowship! It is obvious that they truly enjoy serving God through serving the extended family through their hospitality and encourages me to be more generous in this way as I see how much of a blessing it is to us. (John Lim)
Chris Hamilton, an elder at Grace, gave a session entitled “The Ministry of Godly Leadership.” What profoundly impacted me was that he made me aware of my own acute desire to be a godly man. He wanted us to get discipled and to disciple younger faithful man of God. 1 Tim 3:4-5: “he must manage his own household well, with all dignity keeping his children submissive, for if someone does not know how to mange his own household, how will he care for God’s church?” (Breck Yoo)
What was at least one thing from the messages that was particularly helpful or challenging for you?
Rick Holland’s message about being an under-shepherd was particularly helpful to me. He challenged those who shepherd a flock to take Christ’s perfect example of being a shepherd while at the same time, knowing that we are only under shepherds to the great Shepherd who is Christ. We need to be humble as we lead knowing that we are just another “mentally challenged” sheep like those we shepherd. (John Lim)
The scripture speaks of patience as one the fruits of the spirits. We are to consider patience from where we are, but to consider where the others are. We are all at a different levels of sanctification. By truly having patience with love and understanding I can come along by their side to encourage in their walk. (Breck Yoo)
What was at least one lesson that challenged you in regards to your service at LBC? How will you take this and apply it to ministry here in San Diego?
Although I am not a leader in the church, I am shepherding those around me as God provides ministry opportunities as well as my family. I need to remember to be gentle, willing to exhort and rebuke, and humble in shepherding others. (John Lim)
A couple of months back Pat had asked the parents to consider serving in the Sonlight ministry. My response was not, “why not, my son is part of Sonlight.” Chris Hamilton’s lecture reminded me of my intention. Do I want to serve for serving sake or to truly Glorify God by loving and serving the children? After praying and serious consideration I truly want to Glorify God in serving in the Sonlight. (Breck Yoo)