‘If a man's gift is...leadership, let him govern diligently...'
Romans 12: 6-8 NIV
More and more schools, colleges and churches are giving opportunities to young people to be leaders. After a childhood of being told what to do by adults, some teenagers can't wait to have a turn at making their own decisions. But there is a lot more to leadership than wanting to be in charge: the Bible talks about leadership as a gift. People with a leadership gift can look at a person, problem or opportunity and can see a way of taking it forward. Do think you are a leader?
‘Not a chance'-If you know that leadership is not your thing, that's ok. God gives some people gifts that will support the leaders. Often these people put the leader's ideas into action. Without these people nothing gets done.
‘Not sure'-Maybe you've had an idea or you want God to use you to change or start something but you are not sure how. Don't worry! You don't need to know all the answers, you just need someone to help your leadership gift to grow. All leaders need other leaders who've ‘been there' to help them, teach them and inspire them. Think of some of the leaders you respect; ask if you can meet up and chat about your ideas.
‘Not a doubt'-Great! Remember Jesus, the ultimate leader, said ‘...the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve...' (Matthew 20: 28 NKJV)
Monday, 23 November 2009
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