Spiritual Leadership (1994) (edit title/settings)

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• Nehemiah: An example of biblical leadership.
• Paul: A leader of the early church.

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• “Both natural and spiritual qualities reach their greatest effectiveness when employed in the service of God and for His glory.”

• “To get to the root of problems, a leader must master the art of listening.”

• “It is possible to move men, through God, by prayer alone.”

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• True greatness, true leadership, is found in giving yourself in service to others, not in coaxing or inducing others to serve you.

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• Desiring to excel is not a sin. It is motivation that determines ambition’s character.

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• In Paul’s day, only a deep love for Christ and genuine concern for the church could motivate people to lead.

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• True leaders must be willing to suffer for the sake of objectives great enough to demand their wholehearted obedience.

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• A true leader influences others spiritually only because the Spirit works in and through him to a greater degree than in those he leads. We can lead others only as far along the road as we ourselves have traveled.

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• The real spiritual leader is focused on the service he and she can render to God and other people, not on the residuals and perks of high office or holy title. We must aim to put more into life than we take out.

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• Leadership is influence, the ability of one person to influence others to follow his or her lead.

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• Ambition which centers on the glory of God and welfare of the church is a mighty force for good.

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• If the world is to hear the church’s voice today, leaders are needed who are authoritative, spiritual, and sacrificial.

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• The true spiritual leader will never “campaign for promotion.”

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• London
• Israel
• China Inland Mission
• New York
• Egypt
• India
• England
• Jerusalem
• Harrisburg
• Los Angeles

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Themes & Symbolism edit see section history

• Leadership: A distinct perspective on Christian leadership.

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Authors & Contributors edit see section history

1. J. Oswald Sanders (Author)

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• Library of Congress: BV652.1.S3
• Dewey: 253.2

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• Books › Religion & Spirituality › Christianity › Ministry & Church Leadership › Ministry
• Books › Religion & Spirituality › Christianity › Christian Living › Leadership
• Books › Religion & Spirituality › Christianity › Ministry & Church Leadership › Church Administration

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