FOOD FOR THOUGHT: A Leaders Character: Quoted Verse: Be shepherds of Gods flock that is under your care, serving as overseers - not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not greedy for money, but eager to serve; not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock. (1 Peter 5:2-3). Message: Books and articles about leadership written by secular writers often differ from biblical principles. All too often, those who teach leadership are concerned primarily with style. Should the leader simply make the decisions and carry them out, or should he consult with the people to give their input before he acts? The most important issue in leadership is character. It has always seemed to me that leadership style depend on the circumstances. For instance, i like the idea of consulting with the people and receiving their wisdom on the subject. Why do solo thinking when one has a whole group of skilled people to draw from? On the other hand, if i am in an aeroplane and the cockpit is fiilling with smoke, the landing gear is stuck, and an engine is out, i dont want the captain coming back to the passenger section and asking the passengers opinion about what to do. I want him to muster all his experience, to recall all his training, and to get that aeroplane safely on the ground. I want the captain to be in total control and not asking advice from anybody. So when the Bible deals with the subject of leadership, it doesnt dwell on the style of the leader, but on the character of the leader. Notice the words of the prophet in Isaiah 32:1: See, a king will reign in righteousness and rulers will rule with justice. The leaders daily walk of righteousness is fundamental. Now look at Isaiah 32:17: The fruit of righteousness will be peace: the effect of righteosness will be quietness and confidence forever. Meditation: In leadership, character is the bottom line. Prayer: Lord, help me to walk in Your righteousness, so that when i lead, i can do it with quietness and confidence. Remain blessed.
Posted on: Fri, 14 Mar 2014 05:41:21 +0000
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