PROPOSITION: There are some dangers to people in leadership positions.
INTRODUCTION:
- God wants leadership in the local congregation.
- Wrong leaders, however, can be more dangerous than none.
Pride vs. Humility – James 4:6, 10
- Danger of focusing on programs, numbers, dollars
- Should focus on lives changed, spiritual impact.
- We can do much – not worry about who gets the glory.
Lust vs. Purity – 1 Timothy 1:5
- Self-control means – eye, thought, body, relationship CONTROL
- Make sure heart is pure, conscience is good, faith is sincere.
Winning (victory at all cost) vs. Integrity – Psalm 15:1-5
- Leaders must not compromise Biblical truth.
- We can change methods to reach social and cultural changes.
- When we abandon Christ – "You can do nothing."
Emotional decisions vs. Godly Wisdom – Philippians 2:3-8
- Leaders must possess the mind of Christ – think as He thought.
- Emotions can blind us – to right and truth
facts and both sides of the story
causes – man just see the effects
Must work for solutions – not just dwell on problems.
Devils Deadly D's
- Disappointment – loss of appointment, direction, focus, goals
- Discouragment – loss of courage, fortitude
- Disillusionment – loss of vision, dreams
- Depression – loss of pressure (internal), energy, drive
- Demoralization – loss of morale, spirit, hope
Brush Fire Management vs. Wisdom – Proverbs 16:1, 3, 9
- Impulse vs. planning.
- Wisdom leads to good planning.
- Good planning leads to wisdom.
Mediocrity vs. Excellence – 1 Corinthians 15:58
- "Abounding" – Excelling in the world of the Lord
- Never settle for average, normal, mediocre