Scripture Study Reference      Mark 10:41-45

God prepares leaders with a specific place and task in mind.  Training methods are adapted to the mission, and natural and spiritual gifts are given clear purpose.  Many examples are reflected through out the Bible. Jesus’ leadership training of his disciples was an on the job process or the training of Paul was more formal.  The Disciples or Paul would not have accomplished so much without direct training and divine endowment.  God has prepared all people with a specific purpose that will bring Him glory. (However, this is hard to comprehend by most people and unfortunate for most Christians). Unless we remember You can do all things through Christ who strengthens you.   

Essentials qualities of Leadership

Discipline, Vision, Wisdom, Decisive, Courage, Humility, Integrity, Sincerity, Patience

Leadership = Shepherding

Shepherd  – One who cares and guides for the love of the people

Shepherding – The act of caring and guiding people with a nurturing/imparting  spirit

Hireling – One who cares and guides for a price or reward from the people

·       Psalms 23:1 The Lord is my shepherd…
 
·       John 10:12-13 But he that is an hireling, and not the shepherd,… 

·       Colossians 3:23 And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; 

Shepherding others to be LEADERS

·       Proverbs 27:17 

·       Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.

·       Proverbs 13:20
He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.

·Going Deep                                                     Explain the difference in the following statements

·       Impact and Impression

·       Truth and Honesty

·       Joy and Happiness