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- The Old Testament, a rich tapestry of tales interw oven with divine encounters, moral quandaries, and moments of grace, offers deep insights into leadership and its interplay with divine purpose.
Romans 12:8 ESV / 51 helpful votesHelpfulNot Helpful. The one who exhorts, in his exhortation; the one who contributes, in generosity; the one who leads, with zeal; the one who does acts of mercy, with cheerfulness.
- What Does the Bible Say About Being A Good Leader?
100 Bible Verses about Being A Good Leader. Titus 1:7-14 ESV...
- What Does the Bible Say About Being A Good Leader?
- Titus 1:7-14 ESV / 1,107 helpful votes. For an overseer, as God's steward, must be above reproach. He must not be arrogant or quick-tempered or a drunkard or violent or greedy for gain, but hospitable, a lover of good, self-controlled, upright, holy, and disciplined.
- Proverbs 16:9 ESV / 804 helpful votes. The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.
- 1 Timothy 4:12 ESV / 580 helpful votes. Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.
- 1 Timothy 3:2 ESV / 546 helpful votes. Therefore an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach,
- What Is Biblical Leadership?
- Bible Verses About Leadership
- What Makes A Good Leader?
The examples of King Saul and King David are helpful in discerning what type of leader and leadership pleases and displeases God. In 1 Samuel 15, we read of Israel’s King Saul disobeying God’s instructions communicated to him through the prophet Samuel. In verse 12, we see Saul has drifted so far from God that he set up a monument in his own honor....
In Jesus’ words and example, we gain greater clarity about leaders and leadership. Here are a few key passages that are relevant to Biblical leadership. When asked by one of the teachers of the law which is the most important commandment, Jesus replied: “The most important one is this: ‘Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. Love the Lo...
Jesus emptied himself [Philippians 2:7] and he came to serve, not to be served [Mark 10:45]. N.T. Wright, the New Testament scholar, expressed an important aspect of Jesus’ death and resurrection when he observed that it showed that the power of love is greater than the love of power. When you stop and think about that, it makes sense. Both the rel...
- Galatians 6:9. 9 Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Read Chapter All Versions.
- Hebrews 13:7. 7 Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith. Read Chapter All Versions.
- Isaiah 41:10. 10 So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
- James 1:12. 12 Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.
- Matthew 20:26. 26 Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, Read Chapter All Versions.
- Mark 10:42-45. 42 Jesus called them together and said, “You know that those who are regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them.
- Mark 9:35. 35 Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said, “Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all.” Read Chapter All Versions.
- Hebrews 13:7. 7 Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith. Read Chapter All Versions.
With that in mind, here are 61 Bible verses about leadership and brief explanations on how they relate to leadership: 1. Leaders are servants first. “But among you it will be different. Whoever wants to be a leader among you must be your servant.”. Matthew 20:26.
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Lessons from the Old Testament for Today: Leadership. Who is a leader? The obvious and somewhat simple answer is everyone. We all lead in some way or another, be it a parent in the home, a friend in their group, a person in the workplace, to mention just a few informal leadership positions.
