Message

1. To be a successful leader I must get in the habit of being .

Pride leads to disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.

-Proverbs 11:2

Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. That’s why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong.

-2 Corinthians 12:9-10

Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people. Remember that the Lord will give you an inheritance as your reward, and that the Master you are serving is Christ.

-Colossians 3:23-24

2. To be a successful leader I must get in the habit of accepting .

A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare.

-Proverbs 15:1

To Pilate’s amazement, Jesus made no further reply.

-Mark 15:5

3. To be a successful leader I’ve got to let .

Be still and know that I am God!

-Psalm 46:10

 

LIFE APPLICATION
To discuss during the week with your family, Life Group, or Campus.

1. Which of these 3 leadership habits do you find most challenging? Why?

2. Did God share anything with you during the listening time that you can share with the group? Is there a theme that you see amongst your answers that God may be using to speak to the group as a collective whole?

3. Which of the scriptures today impacted you? Why?

4. What else stood out to you in this message?

5. What next step is Jesus asking you to take as a result of this message?