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Session Outline:
All of the great leaders have had one characteristic in
common: it was the willingness to confront unequivocally the major anxiety of
their people in their time. This, and not much else, is the essence of
leadership. John Kenneth Galbraith
As a Christian man you are a leader of others
whether you want to be or not. People are watching you very closely. If you are
responsible for leading others, either through your work or other activities, it
is important to understand the nature of leadership and various styles of
leadership.
In business we often find labels for different leadership
styles. Someone might be considered an autocratic or democratic leader. As
followers of Christ it is important for us to take a look at
leadership--Jesus-style.
Jesus is the picture of leadership for all
Christians.
Leadership Jesus-Style:
1. _________________ (Rom. 5:3-5)
2. ___________________ (Ecc. 12:13)
3. _________________ (Prov. 29:18)
4. _____________ (Matt. 22:37-40)
Life Implication:
As Christians we should not allow traditional worldly models
of leadership to dictate. We need to take a fresh new look at leadership in the
context of how Jesus led. He is our model. If we do not have a deep sense of
love for those we lead we will not be able to lead as Jesus led.
Jesus was not in front pulling--or behind pushing. He walked
with His followers--He was there for them. They followed Him because they knew
He cared for them and their well being.
Matt. 22:37-40 Love the Lord your
God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This
is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: Love
your neighbor as yourself. All the Law and the Prophets hang on these
two commandments.
Discussion Question:
In which of the four areas discussed do I need to improve?
What would others say about my leadership style? Explain.
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2/1/2003