I’ve
been reading an excellent book by Henry & Richard Blackaby called Spiritual Leadership: Moving People on to
God’s Agenda. They make the point that Christian leadership is more than
influence or persuasion to reach a particular goal. It is more than getting people
involved in worthy tasks. It is more than providing direction for a group while
having the heart of a servant, or demonstrating skill or giftedness that others
are to emulate.
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| What is it??? |
The
Blackabys define spiritual leadership as “Moving people on in God’s agenda.”
To
do this, a spiritual leader works with people (including those who don’t yet
know Christ) where they are presently, depends on the Holy Spirit, works from
God’s agenda rather than their own, and is accountable to God.
Although
the Blackabys write primarily for spiritual leaders in the church or business
world, this view of leadership is a challenge & encouragement to every true
disciple of Christ. As we individually follow God’s will for our lives, we are
potentially leading others toward His plan for them.
Is
this happening in & thru your life? It will if:
- You are growing in the character of Christ;
- You witness for Christ by word & deed in the power of the Spirit;
- You make His will the deciding factor for everything you do.
If
this is true of you, the answer is “Yes, I am a leader!”
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