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Okay I get it! You are not happy with your calling – your appointment. I cannot blame you. Leadership means accountability. Who wants to be accountable! Most people would prefer a carefree, responsible-LESS lifestyle (if there is such a word). On the other hand, you are in this. Even though, you know that this is your assignment, you are feeling uneasy. Here is your checkpoint: consider reading more of our wellness blogs, i.e., below, as a start on your journey.
From the beginning, God made man a responsible being (Genesis 2:19-20). Man had a leadership appointment. Adam named the creatures and things of the earth as God commanded him to do so. Leadership from the beginning was defined by The Creator. God called man to lead in a responsible way. He designed a helpmate for such a task (Eve). Together, they are accountable for leadership to God.
Leadership Styles
Although each person is uniquely made, there are identified style traits given to us by our Creator. For instance, leaders are called for fellowship. We are wired for it. On the other hand, you are not likely to find fellowship among the many lists about leadership styles. Yet, that is just what God had with Adam and Eve. He desires leaders to have the type of fellowship that makes us better. From the beginning, God wanted humankind to accept what He made, enjoy His fellowship and be happy (Genesis 2:4-19). Unfortunately, in spite of free-will, Adam made a terrible choice which cost him – a price that he could not repay (Genesis 3).
Second, God wants us to understand his leadership hierarchy. Be submissive to His will. We are God’s family, there is an established hierarchy as to maintain order. There must be an order because God is order. Conforming to disorder can cause devastation – as we saw in Adam and Eve’s surrender to the enemy, Genesis 3:1-6.
Compassion – A Choice
Thirdly, God’s leadership style calls for compassion – it is that grace and mercy that he gives. Summarily, this is another trait that you are most likely not to find among your leadership style lists. When leaders respond to consideration of others, it speaks to an individual’s character and integrity within. It is not a sign of weakness, but of strength and patience as you make a decision led by God. When this happens, tasks will be timely made. It is your leadership choice (My friend, Jake, found that out for himself).
“Let your leadership be in response to His grace and mercy. Lead with His direction. Be willing to stop for “red lights.” Heed the warning signs. Wait for the “green light.”
Your appointment is not your disappointment! It is about servants leading with purpose to grow and develop to meet the needs of others.