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Jul 21, 2023 · We can pray that Jesus will inspire leaders to be moved by compassion. 6. Jesus forgives. Sadly, forgiveness isn’t always considered advantageous for our leaders. Think of debate stages where we see candidates reminded of every time they made a mistake, misspoke, or cast an unpopular vote.
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- Motivation – It is important to know what motivates people during the decision-making process. Matthew was a tax collector who wanted to exchange that lifestyle for one with more meaning and purpose.
- Ask For Great Commitment – Leaders know that how you do “The Ask” matters. Jesus said to Matthew “Follow Me.” When a rabbi made this request to Jewish young man, he was asking for a life commitment.
- Creativity – Matthew had an ingenious idea of throwing a party that would allow his new friends (disciples) to connect with his tax collecting friends.
- Inner Circle – Jesus spent the majority of his time with His disciples. This was a strategic decision because it was these individuals who could best further His mission and vision.
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- He saw potential instead of perfection.Every single one of Jesus' disciples were works in progress. He called simple laborers, corrupt tax collectors, tag-alongs, politicians, and even a thief.
- He forgave even before he was forsaken.Judas eventually gave Jesus up for 30 pieces of silver. Jesus knew this would happen, yet in Matthew 26 and John 13 he still washed the feet of Judas and fed him at the last supper.
- Jesus asked questions. Often Jesus was challenged by the religious leaders of his time. At other times his followers questioned him as they sought the truth of God.
- He served others rather than expecting to be served. Jesus said, "For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many" (Mark 10:45, NIV).
- Jesus invested in people. Jesus invested in people because he believed in people. Paul described the trust God places in us as a sacred trust. He said, “We have been approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel” (1 Thess.
- Jesus saw long and far. Jesus’ leadership was evident in John 17:20 when he said, “I pray not only for these, but also for those who believe in me through their message.”
- Jesus sent people away from him on mission. Luke 9:1-2 and 10:1-2 give the picture of Jesus sending the believers away to do ministry. He sent them to touch the hurting and work for the harvest.
- Jesus grieved for communities. “As he approached and saw the city, he wept over it, saying, ‘If you knew this day what would bring peace — but now it is hidden from your eyes” (Luke 19:41-42).
- DEPENDENCE. “Here is my servant, whom I uphold” (Isaiah 42:1). Jesus fulfilled the prophecy by emptying himself of divine prerogative (“made himself nothing,” Philippians 2:7).
- APPROVAL. “My chosen one in whom I delight” (Isaiah 42:1). God took great delight in his servant Jesus. On at least two occasions, God declared that delight audibly (Matthew 3:17; 17:5).
- MODESTY. “He will not shout or cry out, or raise his voice in the streets” (Isaiah 42:2). Neither strident nor flamboyant, God’s servant conducts a ministry that appears almost self-effacing.
- EMPATHY. “A bruised reed he will not break, and a smoldering wick he will not snuff out” (Isaiah 42:3). The Lord’s servant is sympathetic with the weak, mercifully understanding toward those who err.
Jan 18, 2022 · 3. Jesus balanced compassion and conviction. Nobody on the planet held stronger convictions than Jesus. After all, he was God. He was passionate about people living life to the full and experiencing joy along the way. As a leader, though, Jesus balanced his deep convictions with deep compassion.
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Mar 4, 2019 · 6. Jesus shared responsibility and authority with those he called to lead. “And he called the twelve together and gave them power and authority over all demons and to cure diseases, and he sent them out to proclaim the kingdom of God and to heal” (Luke 9:1-2). 7. Jesus built a team to carry out a vision worldwide.