Principle Two from Jesus on Leadership

Again, I am reading an incredible book by Gene Wilkes called, Jesus on Leadership. I believe that this book would be beneficial for everyone, especially those to whom God has called to ministry. There is lots of Godly advice wrapped up in this book.

The second principle in the book is to, "First be a Follower." I remember playing the game follow the leader when I was young. We would parade around my little hometown of Wabash, IN like we owned the place. We would take turns being up front. Perhaps the leader would challenge the group to hop on one leg, or maybe to crawl on the ground, or jump as high as you could.

I remember it was always a lot more fun to be up front and leading the pack. It was more fun giving the orders than it was to follow the orders. I believe it is human nature for some of us to want to lead instead of follow. Also there are those like my beautiful bride who are just happy to be following. She has no interest in being up front in the spotlight.

Wilkes challenges us with his second principle to follow God. If we want others to follow us, we must be a fully committed follower of Jesus Christ. Remember Paul's words in 1 Corinthians 11:1, "Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ." The Apostle Paul was a follower of Christ. He patterned his life after Jesus.

Wilkes says on page 75, "Servant leaders follow Jesus rather than seek a position." There are those who are just in this business for the title. They get a rush from being up front and having an audience. If that is you, do us all a favor and get a job doing stand-up. There is far too much at stake. I am convinced that you cannot rightfully serve a church if part of your agenda is to be in the spotlight. get the spotlight off from yourself and put it onto God. He deserves the glory and honor, not you.

Great book, more later!