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Christians hold that Jesus is a model of servant leadership. Doing good for Jesus meant obeying the will of his Heavenly Father (John 6:38-46). Ironically, when I work with ministries, I still find that the model of servant leadership is not well-known. Even though doing good is popular in the ministry sector, the term servant leadership is largely unfamiliar. As a result, my starting point in a community of believers is discussing the choice to do good. On the contrary, in the business world, the terminology is fluid. It changes among organizations. Thus, I start with thought-provoking questions to gather feedback and assess the audience.
Effective Leadership Style
Understanding the servant leadership style, as a leadership model, is key to working with and leading people. Why does this matter? The bottom line is that successful organizations want to grow leadership. Wise people want to inspire others’ success. The task is to understand the best way to grow your organization. So, we spend time on this website to simplify the understanding of this leadership model. How?
In this era of AI, society craves more tools. Why AI in leadership? The suggestion is that there is a need for tools for developing human analysis ( “As AI Spreads, Experts Predict the Best and Worst Changes in Digital Life by 2035.“) Yet, what do you say?
Thought-Provoking Questions for Your Consideration
What is the power of your leadership style? What defines you as a leader? If no one is chasing or following, are you a leader? Who influences your leadership style? Do you plant seeds so that others can move ahead? Or are you uncertain if you are a servant leader?
What is the focus behind the Servant Leadership Model? Every blog post is meant to support you in the journey of leadership. Because you can’t wait until you believe you have it all together. “If a person waits for perfect weather to plant the seeds, they will never plant.” To everything there is a season. This is the season of planting seeds for leading others effectively.
What are the main reasons behind the servant leadership model? First, the outward result of the servant leadership model type is a reflection of one’s inner self. It thrives as an inward trait called “grace.” Those who thrive in this model show a type of grace that our Creator gives.
Secondly, the leader is humble and not boastful. This is because the leader understands that humility is the result of grace given to him or her. In contrast to other models, the individual of the servant leadership style serves with compassion. For example, the individual shows empathy toward others without reservation. This is not a flaw or weakness in leadership, rather it is the strength of a leader. Why? Because the characteristic of strength is unselfishness, which means self-centeredness is NOT the driving force.
Thirdly, the leader operates beyond self to plant a seed for growth in unprecedented situations. They understand that “if a person waits for perfect weather to plant the seeds, one will never plant. “
What is the Root Cause of Servant Leadership?
Love is the root cause of this leadership style. Love makes the servant leadership style the most effective model of leadership. The leader is a reflection of God’s love toward others. For instance, this leadership model produces traits in the individual through acts of kindness, humility, and compassion. This is the type of outward response that gets positive results from those you serve. Thereby, the servant leader becomes even more dependent upon God as the Master Teacher.
How can we Summarize Love and Servant Leadership?
- Real love of a servant turns into greater good and service.
- This intrinsic (internal) love becomes an outward response of obedience to God’s love.
- Others can rely on this type of leader (Reliance).
- Foundational structure – Their foundational structure is solid. Because they have a firm foundation, the next move will not tear them apart. This is due to their mindset to do good.
Beginning with a Choice to Do Good
Many leaders are familiar with global servants like Mahatma Ghandi and Mary Teresa Bojaxhiu (better known as Mother Teresa. These are examples of people who aimed to live Godly principles in life. Exhibiting Christ-like behavior is what will define the servant leader. So, how does this differ from other models?
What are Your Motives for Leading?
In contrast to other models, the motives of servant leadership is service. The leader’s motives are not driven by power. They are also not driven by selfishness, arrogance, and greed. Such motives are not intended to advance others to leadership. Thus, the definition of a servant leader does not apply to an individual driven by power. The definition also does not apply to one with selfish motives. Rather is driven by Godly principles, i.e., humility, compassion, self-control, and selflessness (scripture passage Philippians 2:1-11).
Are Public Figures Servant Leaders?
Can a public figure be a servant leader? Yes. In error, some people automatically define a public servant as a servant leader. A person can act as a leader in the public sector, but their position does not define servant leadership. Servant leaders are representatives of Godly principles. It is a lifetime process. That is because their leadership is a direct response to God’s grace and mercy. If the person can’t put others’ needs first, they are not serving with humility.
What is the Power of Self-Control in this Model?
Self-control is key to the servant leadership model. For instance, there are two forces constantly fighting for control: one produces righteousness and one produces evil. For the servant leader, the Holy Spirit enters the individual’s life as the essential Guide. He becomes the controller. Why? Human desires drive a person’s actions. And of course, fleshly desires can be deadly; especially if one’s actions are out of control. A person out of control breeds evil in leading others. But a leader who lets the Holy Spirit control him will show they are God’s servant.
Conclusion
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