Leadership (Part 6 of 7)

for us, however, there is only one God, the Father, from whom all things come, and we are for him; and one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things are, and we through him”. 1 Corinthians 8: 6

During these past five blogs under the theme of Leadership, we have talked about Jesus as the leader by excellence and how his leadership has been one that has influenced humanity. Jesus has been a role model, but very difficult to match. However, his qualities and characteristics of an authentic leader have led us to be imitators of him. Jesus being God has been the only leader by excellence to such an extent that He gave his life for you and me. What authentic leader in our day has made such an act of love for humanity?

Taking the authentic leadership to our current days, Northouse (2013) defined 

Authentic leadership – The authentic leader exhibits genuine leadership, led by conviction, and is original, not a copy. In addition, there is a reciprocal interaction between leaders and followers (Northouse, 2013).

Leadership (Part 4 of 7)

” Yet it shall not be so among you; but whoever desires to become great among you shall be your servant”. Mark 10:43.

One of the qualities of Jesus during his leadership on earth was the willingness to sacrifice himself in favor of a certain goal. Therefore, He was always willing to serve others. We see the example of Jesus in the Bible in John 13 when He took off his garments, took a towel, and girded himself. Then, He proceeded to wash the feet of his disciples. Jesus being God, the leader by excellence, demonstrated his humbleness, his love, and taught us to serve others. Continue reading “Leadership (Part 4 of 7)”