This saying is trustworthy,
“If anyone aspires to be an elder, he desires an noble task.” (1 Timothy 3:1)
In these perilous times, the church, more than ever, needs men who will pursue the eldership, driven by a strong heart-desire to faithfully pastor God’s people. An elder is not a CEO, he is a shepherd; a man who tirelessly watches over the flock, feeding and caring for each soul. No doubt, it is a difficult task, but a sacred one nonetheless. Fierce wolves are at hand, and they will not spare the flock. So, Rise up, O men of God, The church for you doth wait, Her strength unequal to her task; Rise up and make her great!
For further reading: 1 Timothy 3:1-7; 5:17-19; Hebrews 13:17; 1 Peter 5:1-5
Other devotionals in the This is a Trustworthy Saying… series:
Jesus’ One Mission: Save Sinners (1 Timothy 1:15)
Training For Righteousness (1 Timothy 4:7, 8)
Sharing The Good News of The Lord 
Can I ask where you got that rise up and lead graphic? That would be awesome for the shirts I want to make for my mens group
John, I saw something similar to this design on a Google search and I just kinda recreated it to suit my needs.
I was going to ask the same thing. Would i have your permission to use the graphic for t shirts? Not for sale. They will be given to men at my church.
I was going to ask the same thing. Do I have your permission to use the graphic for t shirts? Not for sale. They will be given to men at my church
Yes you may use this graphic for your shirts provided they are distributed free of charge.