Leading and Following Part 2: Leading

Last time, I talked about being a follower of Jesus. This time we will talk about being a godly leader.

Jesus is a great example of a leader, and we can find many ways to be a godly leader from him.

1. A godly leader knows what he/she is doing.

If you do not know what you are doing as a leader, it could turn out very bad.

Luke 6:39 And he spoke a parable unto them, Can the blind lead the blind? Shall they not both fall into the ditch? As leaders, we need to make sure that we aren’t blind to what is around us and what we are doing.

2. A Godly Leader Seeks God’s Guidance

God’s word is a powerful tool and can help us become good godly leaders. We shouldn’t think that because we are a leader, we know everything. James 1:5 If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all men liberally and upbraids not, and it shall be given him. A leader must first seek God’s wisdom when making decisions.

3. A Godly Leader Serves His/Her Followers

Jesus led the disciples, but he also served them. John 13:5 After that he poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples' feet and to wipe them with the towel wherewith he was girded. We see here that Jesus washed the disciples' feet. Even though we are a leader, we need to have the heart of a servant.

4. We Need to Edify Our Followers

Not only did Jesus serve the disciples, but he also taught them. We need to do the same thing when we lead people. Mark 9:31 For he taught his disciples and said unto them, "The Son of Man is delivered into the hands of men, and they shall kill him; and after that he is killed, he shall rise the third day." Not only did Jesus teach his disciples, but he also taught other people too. John 8:2 And early in the morning he came again into the temple, and all the people came unto him; and he sat down and taught them.

I hope this helps you be a godly leader.

Isaac S.