Leadership Standards and Spiritual Knowledge
Leaders in spiritual positions are expected to have a deep understanding of God's Word to guide and educate others in matters of faith. They should be able to identify false doctrines and uphold sound doctrine as outlined in the Bible, such as Titus 1:9 and Colossians 1:28-29. Those serving in leadership roles, especially elders, are called to preach, teach, and defend the Christian faith with wisdom and maturity, as emphasized in 1 Timothy 5:17. Moreover, leaders must possess the capacity and qualities necessary to fulfill their roles, as indicated in Acts 20:28 and Hebrews 13:17.
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Part 2 With Bishop Ronald K. Powell
Do they have a good Comprehensionof Gods Word? (Titus 1:9, Colossians 1:28-29)
Titus 1:9 King James Version (KJV) Titus 1:9 King James Version (KJV) 9Holding fast the faithful word as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers.
Colossians 1:28-29 English Standard Version (ESV) 28Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ. 29For this I toil, struggling with all his energy that he powerfully works within me.
Do they have a good Comprehensionof Gods Word? Does the individual have a good knowledge of God s Word to defend the Christian faith and encourage Word to defend the Christian faith and encourage people to take steps in spiritual maturity? people to take steps in spiritual maturity? Could the person identify false doctrine? Could the person identify false doctrine? 1 Timothy 5:17 English Standard Version (ESV) 1 Timothy 5:17 English Standard Version (ESV) 17 Let the elders who rule well be considered worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in preaching double honor, especially those who labor in preaching and teaching. and teaching. Note that 1 Timothy 5:17 suggests that not all elders Note that 1 Timothy 5:17 suggests that not all elders are preachers and teachers. are preachers and teachers. Does the individual have a good knowledge of God s 17Let the elders who rule well be considered worthy of
Does the person have the Capacity for the role? (Acts 20:28, Hebrews 13:17)
Does the person have the Capacity for the role? Acts 20:28 English Standard Version (ESV) 28Pay careful attention to yourselves and to all the flock, in which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to care for the church of God, which he obtained with his own blood
Does the person have the Capacity for the role? (Acts 20:28, Hebrews 13:17)
Does the person have the Capacity for the role? Hebrews 13:17 New American Standard Bible (NASB) 17Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they keep watch over your souls as those who will give an account. Let them do this with joy and not with grief, for this would be unprofitable for you.
Does the person have the Capacity for the role? Does the person reflect a Does the person reflect a concern spiritual well spiritual well- -being of the entire church, being of the entire church, all the flock , or just ministries or sub all the flock , or just ministries or sub- - ministries within the church? ministries within the church? Is there an Is there an appreciation appreciation for the responsibility and accountability God has responsibility and accountability God has given the individual to watch over the given the individual to watch over the entire church? entire church? concern for the for the for the
Does the person model Compassion for others? (Acts 20:28, 1 Peter 5:2, Ezekiel 34)
Does the person model Compassion for others? Acts 20:28 Living Bible (TLB) 28 And now beware! Be sure that you feed and shepherd God s flock his church, purchased with his blood for the Holy Spirit is holding you responsible as overseers.
Does the person model Compassion for others? 1 Peter 5:2 Living Bible (TLB) 2Feed the flock of God; care for it willingly, not grudgingly; not for what you will get out of it but because you are eager to serve the Lord.
Does the person model Compassion for others? Does the person reflect a concern for helping lost people find Jesus? Does their heart beat fast when discussing ministry opportunities to reach people who haven t heard about Christ?
Is the person really called? (1 Peter 5:2, Galatians 1:1, Ephesians 1:1)
Is the person really called? (1 Peter 5:2, Galatians 1:1, Ephesians 1:1)
Is the person really called? (1 Peter 5:2, Galatians 1:1, Ephesians 1:1)
Is the person really called? Galatians 1:1-2 Living Bible (TLB) 11-2From: Paul the missionary and all the other Christians here. To: The churches of Galatia. I was not called to be a missionary by any group or agency. My call is from Jesus Christ himself and from God the Father who raised him from the dead.
Is the person really called? Galatians 1:1-2 Living Bible (TLB) 11-2From: Paul the missionary and all the other Christians here. To: The churches of Galatia. I was not called to be a missionary by any group or agency. My call is from Jesus Christ himself and from God the Father who raised him from the dead.
Is the person really called? Does the individual consider this to be an appointment from God or from men? Is there a clear sense that this is God s calling? Is it God s will? This list, though not comprehensive, gives us a picture of what God has in mind for Biblical leadership.
As you can see, leaders are held to a higher standard. Not all Christ-followers are qualified to lead. And not all potential leaders are qualified to lead now.
For some, it may take time to close a gap. Where there s a gap in your commitment, it may take time for spiritual formation to occur.
Where theres a gap in character, it may take time for redemption to take hold. Where there s a gap in conduct, it may take time for appropriate repentance and restoration. Where there s a gap in comprehension, it may take time for wisdom and understanding to develop. Where there s a gap in capacity, it may take time for coaching and mentoring to expand perspective. Where there s a gap in compassion, it may take time for Kingdom perspective to expand. Where there s a gap in calling, it may take time for God to speak.
Closing & Prayer Closing & Prayer Leadership development takes time. But the thing to remember is that every potential leader also needs a coach. I ve never seen commitment, character, conduct, comprehension, capacity, compassion and calling develop in a vacuum. In other words, we should pray for God to send leaders, but we should also be more intentional about identifying potential leaders and then investing time relationally to close these seven gaps.
