Leadership

Service / Practical Gifts

Literal Meaning

To stand before.

Description

The gift of Leadership is the divine enablement to cast vision, motivate, and direct people to harmoniously accomplish the purposes of God.

Distinctives

People with this gift tend to:

  • •Provide direction for God's people or ministry.- Motivate others to perform to the best of their abilities.
  • •Motivate others to perform to the best of their abilities.
  • •Present the "big picture" for others to see.
  • •Model the values of the ministry.
  • •Take responsibility and establish goals.

Common Traits

InfluentialDiligentVisionaryTrustworthyPersuasiveMotivatingGoal-setter

In Practice

Team leadership, decision-making, motivating others, strategic planning

Cautions

Every gift can be misused or overextended. Here are some things to watch for:

  • ⚠Should realize their relational credibility takes time and is critical for leadership effectiveness.
  • ⚠Should remember that servant leadership is the Biblical model, the greatest being the servant of all.
  • ⚠Do not need to be in leadership "position" to use this gift.

Scripture References

Biblical foundations for this gift:

Rom 12:81 Cor 12:28Hebrews 13:17Luke 22:25-26

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