There are certain characteristics which make up and
define great leadership. Among these are passion, enthusiasm, confidence, and inspiration.
For the Biblical leader there are a number of other characteristics which are
essential, even foundational. That characteristic is faith. Although it is actually
a gift from God, coming from the infusion of grace as a result of the new birth. Yet, it is also a character trait. Faith is a primary component of Biblical
Leadership, and it is from this plateau that all other characteristics flow.
If one holds to the eschatological view of total and
universal victory, one will labor to do all that is necessary to advance the
agenda of the Kingdom of God, on earth in time and in history. This eschatological
presupposition will itself inspire confidence to continue and not grow weary in
the well doing of Kingdom work, no matter how incidental the work may seem.
Regardless of what that work entails it requires
diligence. There is no excuse for not working hard. Leadership means hard work.
Leadership is riddled with many trials and difficulties, all of which must be
overcome through faith, obedience and effort. Hard work must be a major
component of every leader. There is no such thing as an overnight success. True
success come over many years and after many providential lessons. Genuine leadership
embraces hard work.
It has been said that “read leaders rise early, read
more communicate with many, plan ahead, organize others delegate appropriately,
and push themselves to stay engaged.” 1
Commentary by Mike Montague, Entrepreneur Magazine, September 2013
