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August 7, 2008
The Quality of a Leader
Solomon reminds us about our relationship to leaders above us. We are to submit to them, not because the person deserves it, but because the office deserves it and God decrees it. And what about leaders in authority? Solomon also issues a warning. When leaders try to exercise authority without a servant’s heart, they eventually hurt themselves. Consider what Solomon says:
Role of the Follower
1. Submit to God‑given authority.
2. Trust God to accomplish His purpose.
3. Don’t quit or become divisive.
Role of the Leader
1. Exercise authority with wisdom and caution.
2. Recognize no human controls all of life.
3. Lead others by serving not bossing them.
Servanthood is the Quality of the Leader who lasts. Being a servant is not a particularly appealing image for most Christians, but that is precisely what we are called to be. Is there someone you should be serving better today?
For the kingdom,
City Bible Business Ministry
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