In the previous editorial I introduced the first two components of gospel-shaped leadership: (1) Christian leaders serve others, and (2) Christian leaders are gracious. These focus on the leader’s character. Now we’ll consider two more: (3) Christian leaders draw people toward Christlikeness, and (4) Christian leaders strengthen those in their care. These both focus on … Continue reading Disciple-Making Leadership
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Gospel-Shaped Leadership
A Christian leader must embody gospel grace. If he doesn’t, his leadership is no longer “Christian.” This kind of leadership — we’ll call it gospel-shaped leadership — imitates the way God relates to us through the gospel. These leaders benefit those in their care, just as God blesses all people — and especially His covenant … Continue reading Gospel-Shaped Leadership
Toward Healthy Leadership
In the next few editorials, we will consider Christian leadership. My goal is not necessarily a be-all-end-all discussion of leadership, but an exploration of Christian leadership. I hope to be general enough that the principles apply to pastors as they lead their churches, to husbands as they lead their wives, to mothers as they lead … Continue reading Toward Healthy Leadership