Hey all my happy readers. I will no longer be maintaining this blog site, as we've finally finished the official Living Clear domain. Go to http://livingclear.net to check it out. The same blog that you've enjoyed so much is all there, along with all my new posts.
Thanks for reading, and we'll see you in the new location.
-M
Sunday, November 14, 2010
Friday, November 5, 2010
Godly Leadership
Leadership that dominates is simply not godly leadership, nor GOD-delegated. Peter gave his leadership principles when he said to lead by example, not as overlords. Jesus demonstrated true godly leadership characteristics in His examples of servitude.
If you've been entrusted by GOD with the responsibility to lead a group of people, check your motives. Is your goal to bring those in your charge closer to GOD, or closer to your way of thinking? Do you inadvertently or otherwise dominate them? Do you ever find yourself manipulating individuals or situations to fit your own personal goals or plans? Do you resort to intimidation when your pulpiteering doesn't quite sway the congregation to the path you've chosen? Domination, manipulation, intimidation… all three are key components of witchcraft. If you are truly a GOD-delegated leader, there's never any reason to engage in any of these practices, as your example of godliness will go further and have much greater impact in the lives of others.
Godly leaders aren't seeking a hierarchal ministry that elevates them to a revered position, but rather a biblical ministry of servitude; leading from beneath. Jesus—the Almighty GOD made flesh—became the very least among His disciples by washing their feet, providing both them and us with the greatest example of who a true godly leader is: a servant.
Free those in your charge from the confines of subservience to you, your ideas and your credenda. Release them to live free and unencumbered with your philosophies about GOD, and introduce them to GOD Himself, Jesus Messiah. Your stress level will sharply decrease and you'll rediscover the godly joy of serving others.
If you've been entrusted by GOD with the responsibility to lead a group of people, check your motives. Is your goal to bring those in your charge closer to GOD, or closer to your way of thinking? Do you inadvertently or otherwise dominate them? Do you ever find yourself manipulating individuals or situations to fit your own personal goals or plans? Do you resort to intimidation when your pulpiteering doesn't quite sway the congregation to the path you've chosen? Domination, manipulation, intimidation… all three are key components of witchcraft. If you are truly a GOD-delegated leader, there's never any reason to engage in any of these practices, as your example of godliness will go further and have much greater impact in the lives of others.
Godly leaders aren't seeking a hierarchal ministry that elevates them to a revered position, but rather a biblical ministry of servitude; leading from beneath. Jesus—the Almighty GOD made flesh—became the very least among His disciples by washing their feet, providing both them and us with the greatest example of who a true godly leader is: a servant.
Free those in your charge from the confines of subservience to you, your ideas and your credenda. Release them to live free and unencumbered with your philosophies about GOD, and introduce them to GOD Himself, Jesus Messiah. Your stress level will sharply decrease and you'll rediscover the godly joy of serving others.
Thursday, November 4, 2010
A New Adventure
Several weeks ago I joined with a group of friends to launch Revertolution: A Revolution of Reverting Back to Biblical Truth. It's been a lot of work to get off the ground, but it's been a blast.
When you have a chance, check out revertolution.org.
I've reposted one article from this blog there as well as a fresh one. I hope you'll join with us in the discussion.
When you have a chance, check out revertolution.org.
I've reposted one article from this blog there as well as a fresh one. I hope you'll join with us in the discussion.
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