Devotional Guide, Today’s Reading Wednesday, 20th November, 2024

Comment: It was for the purpose of grooming future leaders and to delegate duties to others that Moses appointed captains of thousands, hundreds, fifties for the Jews in his days.  And because the action was largely successful and beneficial in the administration of the people it became a custom among the Jews. (Exodus 18:13-26) Leaders should not be afraid to delegate responsibility.  It makes things to work faster and better, just as it trains other people to acquire leadership skills.  Those who want to do everything alone wear themselves out physically and mentally and slow down the growth of the organization.  Moreover, the people to whom tasks are delegated should be trustworthy, that is, capable and honest so as to merit being entrusted with leadership positions.  St. Paul admonished: “Moreover, it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful.” – 1 Corinthians 4:2.