Why do we observe men in ministry? Ultimately, the answer to that question rests in the heart of the observer.

Scripture expressly tells us why the Pharisees observed Jesus—for the sole purpose of finding fault: “And the scribes and Pharisees watched him, whether he would heal on the sabbath day; that they might find an accusation against him.”(Luke 6:7).

When we observe other men or ministries only to find fault, we evidence the spirit of the Pharisees. But when we observe with a heart to learn, we grow.

In this week’s Growth Points video, I share three biblical motivations for observing godly men and ministries:


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