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I have come to the conclusion that you can take all types of leadership models and call them anything that seems to fit the current situation or idea you want to promote. However, the one basic fact that remains is what ever style of leadership that you proclaim having; it is more than likely modeled after that of the god you serve. I believe that my God and Savior, Jesus Christ demonstrated that leadership model and that is the model I strive to achieve. ... Company culture, values and leadership are all inextricably intertwined. ...
The fundamental Christian values that deeply relate to a successful leader are: inclusiveness, that they are serving employees needs with an equal energy as those of customers, owners/shareholders and other stakeholders; right relationships at work based on consistent ethical values; leadership seen as a service to others – servant leadership; organization goals based on stewardship rather than exploitation for short-term gain; providing meaningful whole work for people; working from trusting in God; working as for the Lord and work as worship. ... Everyone comes to share in struggles, the decisions, and the excitement of seeing the mission unfold and advance through all aspects of the organization.
The obligation to lead through serving extends to every member of the organization, including the executive staff, mid-management staff, and support staff. ... Serving and leading merge and complement one another to the benefit of all and the glory of God.
Christian leaders should be concerned about right relationships, with our God and with their employees. ... The Bible contains many sayings about the world of work; about company values, corporate culture, about managerial control, inspirational leadership, team working and motivation. ... This matches much of the current best practice thinking on business culture, leadership, motivation and quality. ... God was there first. ...
There are clearly defined attributes for the leaders of God’s people. Leaders of God’s people in the bible were most often described as servants of God anointed to do various tasks. Moses was the first to practice servant-leadership (Ex. ...
With a successful leadership framework, everyone is part of a team working to the same end. ... Enabling each member to play a meaningful leadership role generates a receptive climate and an infectious energy that helps the organization to fulfill its shared mission. ... As servant-leaders, they should seek input or consultation from others but should bear responsibility for the results to others in the organizational community and most importantly, to God.
Approximate Word count = 1975
Approximate Pages = 7.9
(250 words per page double spaced)
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