Leadership as Influence

Leadership is influence, and true leaders serve others while helping them take steps closer to Christ. Our guests Dr. Tim Hager and Sonja Vick share their wisdom on what makes effective church leadership.

• Leadership means helping others accomplish God's plan for their lives
• Everyone has some capacity for influence, but not everyone develops the skills
• Both calling and skills are important, but must be submitted to God
• Leading well requires maintaining boundaries while caring for individuals
• Hard leadership decisions often involve recognizing when seasons change
• True submission means bringing truth to leadership while respecting authority
• Soul care is essential for leaders to maintain emotional and spiritual health
• Look for teachability, hunger for growth, and self-awareness in developing leaders
• The ability to process feedback without being offended is crucial for leadership growth
• Take bigger risks, address fears early, and practice regular confession

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