Monday, April 25, 2011

The Value of Good Leadership

"One Year Bible" Old Testament History Passage
Judges 4:1-5:31

"When leaders lead in Israel, when the people willingly offer themselves, bless the Lord!"  Judges 5:2 (NKJV)

True, godly leadership is one of the most valuable commodities of our day.  Leadership is built on trust and track record.  It carries moral authority and provokes the respect of even its enemies.  Jesus is the greatest leader that ever lived.  He knew how to take people to new places.  He was both demanding and also understanding.  He called people to exploits of strength and courage.  Yet, He also comforted the weak.

People can not be forced to do the will of God.  It might work for a while to coerce them into action, but in the final analysis, they must WANT IT.  When true leadership functions, a willing heart rises up in people.  Instead of saying NO, they find themselves saying YES.

Harry Truman once said, "Leadership is getting people to do what they don't want to do, and liking it."  Leadership turns arduous, monotonous jobs into joyful accomplishments.  Leadership should not be manipulative.  It should not trick people into fulfilling jobs.  It should point the way bringing inspiration to do exploits in the Name of Jesus.

Such will bring great glory to God.

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