Google AI Overview 27.1.26
Jesus taught that delegation is a proactive, trust-based empowerment process, exemplified by his commissioning of the disciples. He emphasized assigning responsibilities according to individual abilities, holding stewards accountable for results (Parable of the Talents), and equipping them with authority. It serves to maximize impact, grow maturity in others, and allow for a shared mission.
Key Principles of Jesus' Delegation:
Delegation is Trust and Stewardship: Jesus viewed responsibility as something entrusted to followers, expecting them to manage it faithfully (Matthew 25:14–30).
Capacity-Based Assignment: Tasks are given based on individual ability (Matthew 25:15).
Empowerment with Authority: Jesus did not just delegate tasks; he delegated authority over sickness and evil (Luke 9:1, 10:19).
Accountability for Results: While trusting, Jesus expected a return on the responsibility given, as seen in the settling of accounts in the talents parable (Matthew 25:19).
Gradual Responsibility: Faithfulness in small, "worldly" matters is a prerequisite for being entrusted with greater, "true" spiritual riches (Luke 16:10–12).
Purposeful Preparation: Jesus spent time training the disciples before sending them out to ensure they could handle the responsibility.
Pairing for Support: He sent disciples out in pairs to encourage mutual support (Mark 6:7, Luke 10:1).
Examples in Scripture:
The Twelve Apostles: Sent to preach and heal (Matthew 10:5-15).
The Seventy-Two: Sent ahead to towns (Luke 10:1–2).
The Great Commission: Delegating the ultimate mission of making disciples (Matthew 28:18-20).