Jesus on Leadership

I have started reading a new book this weekend and it has captivated me. It is called, Jesus on Leadership by Gene Wilkes. What a wonderful book. I hate to put it down. It has seven principles that are taught by Jesus when it comes to leadership. I have (reluctantly) decided to limit myself to one principle a day, then chew on my reading until tomorrow.

Principle one tells us to humble our heart. That speaks volumes to me. I am impulsive. I want to see things happen. I want to create my own destiny. I am driven. That is a sin in my life that I deal with on a regular basis.

Wilkes reminds us of the story of Jesus at the banquet in Luke 14. Everyone was trying to rush in and get a good seat. Jesus taught the disciples to be content with the least, and let God exalt them. Wow! That is not the common thinking in 2006. We want the best and we want it now. There is no place for second best.

Wilkes also describes different types of waiting. It is funny when you consider the different types. I mean after all, do you equate waiting at a doctor's office for an hour for an appointment, the same as you would to wait till December 25th to open your Christmas present? Lots of levels in the idea of waiting. The key is our hearts and minds.

I will try to list the principles as I read along...