Principles of Honoring Godly
Leadership for Kingdom Impact
by Erika L. Adams
Greetings
SANA family! My passion for the ministry of encouragement combined with my
passion for leadership development inspired the framework for what I would like
to share with you today.
Many
of us in the SANA community have been blessed to serve under transformational
leaders in a variety of settings. We fully understand the impact that such
leaders have had on our personal, professional, and spiritual lives. What can
never be overstated is the importance of honoring leaders who lead with a
servant’s heart and operate in a spirit of excellence.
To
demonstrate these points, I would like to uphold our SANA co-founders as examples
of visionaries who embody the characteristics of humility and undeniable anointing
for innovative, global impact. Pastor Ced Reynolds, Pastor David Burrus, and
Christine Gates have accepted the charge to build a nation of leaders who are
empowered to transform their communities. This gives us plenty of reasons to
celebrate! I would like to offer three simple words to help us develop the
proper mindset for honoring leadership God’s way:
EXALT:
to hold something or someone in high regard
EDIFY:
to uplift; to speak well of
ENCOURAGE:
to inspire with courage; to reassure; to give support
Honor
is a biblical mandate. The Word of God offers several instructions for honoring
Godly leadership. These life-giving tools are designed to generate excitement
and a desire to give honor where it is truly deserved.
"Remember
your leaders who taught you the word of God. Think of all the good that has
come from their lives, and follow the example of their faith." (Hebrews
13:7).
Core Principles: Remember, think about, and imitate your
leaders
"The
greatest among you must be a servant." (Matthew 23:11)
Core principle:
Acknowledge the greatness in servitude
"Let
nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind
let each esteem others better than himself." (Philippians 2:3).
Core principles:
Selflessness, lowliness of mind, esteeming others
"Those
who do well as deacons will be rewarded with respect from others and will have
increased confidence in their faith in Christ Jesus." (1 Timothy 3:13).
Core principles: Honor
leaders who steward their organizations and communities in a way that generates
respect and increased confidence
"Be
diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be
ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." (2 Timothy 2:15).
Core principle: Honor
leaders who live by the Word of God and explain its practical truths with
accuracy
"Choose
some well-respected men from each tribe who are known for their wisdom and
understanding, and I will appoint them as your leaders." (Deuteronomy
1:13).
Core principle: Honor
leaders with a reputation for leading with integrity, wisdom, and understanding
"Then
I heard the Lord asking, Whom should I send as a messenger to this people? Who
will go for us? I said, Here I am. Send me." (Isaiah 6:8).
Core principle: Honor
leaders who boldly and willingly respond to God’s call
"But
select from all the people some capable, honest men who fear God and hate
bribes. Appoint them as leaders over groups of one thousand, one hundred,
fifty, and ten." (Exodus 18:21).
Core principle: Honor
leaders who are honest and capable of building both small and large teams
Holy
Spirit is calling us to reflect on these scriptures regarding our SANA
leadership with the goal of duplicating a culture of edification and genuine reverence
for authentic leadership. The quality of leaders we have must never be
forgotten! This is the will of the Lord. ~LadyE
*Note: Scriptures provided are from the New Living Translation
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