“THINKABOUTIT” THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

Thursday; December 20, 2007

 

          When it comes to leadership, there are two questions that must be addressed.  First, are we willing to do it and secondly, how do we go about doing it?  While, at first blush, it might not appear that we are leaders; but, whether its being in a “formal” leadership role or merely being a supervisor, teacher, parent, mentor or charismatic, most of us are leaders.  That brings us back to where we started – are we willing to take on that responsibility?

          Once we accept our role of leadership, the second issue is raised – how do we go about doing it?  While there are hundreds of leadership concepts one of the most simple elements of leadership is personally embodying the qualities others should emulate.  Good leaders don’t just tell people how to live, they model it as well. 

          The apostle Paul assumed his leadership role by noting, “The things you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, practice these things; and the God of peace shall be with you.”  (Philippians 4:9).

          Are we embracing leadership?  Are we effective at it?

          Think about it!  For the Madison Avenue Church of Christ; this is Charlie Wharton.