What to look for in a leader

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What to look for in a leader Studies in 1 and 2 Thessalonians d

A man on the move

1. A servant heart

‘Though I am free and belong to no one, I have made myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible.’

2. A divine call

The Christian’s calling Before birth At conversion Who are you, Lord? 9.5 What do you want me to do? 22.10 In communication with others By testing ones gifts By personal preparation By submitting to God through the Holy Spirit and the church. Obedience.

3. Clear motives

MINISTRY MOTIVES

OR • Envy • Rivalry • Selfish ambition • Stir up trouble • Goodwill • Love • Sincerity Support

Truth or error? Openness or deceit? Approved by God or self appointed? Give or get-greed or gratitude ? God pleasers or men pleasers? Self glory or God glorifying?

4. A CONSISTENT LIFE You are witnesses and so is God, of how holy, righteous and blameless we were among you who believed’ (2:19)

And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. (Colossians 3:17)