-Like A Boss-

Supervisor.  Manager.  CEO.  Boss.  President.  Senior.  Captain.

Everyone wants to be the leader.  We incur college debt on the hopes of career advancement.  We spend countless hours in the office fighting for the promotion.  We go above and beyond what’s expected to garner the acknowledgment and approval of our superiors for a shot at an “Upper Level” position.

The drive and desire to be a leader in the workplace is OVERWHELMING for most people.  I can understand why, though.  Look at the perks!

-More Money

-More Authority

-More Respect

-More People Serving Under You

-More Prestige

-More Privileges

The “Business Leadership” section in the bookstore is one of the most popular shelves, especially for men.  Most have an innate desire to be at the front of the pack, carry the banner, and lead the battle cry. 

Throughout all areas of life there’s just something inside of us that desires to be significant, respected, and hold the high esteem of a leader.

Except in the Church.

What’s the breakdown?  Why so much drive in the office and so little effort on Sunday?  Why does the focus on advancement and leadership break down on the weekends when it burns so hot during the week?

The drive and desire to be a leader in the Church is UNDERWHELMING for most people.  I can understand why, though.  Look at the perks!

-More Sacrifice

-More Humility

-More Honoring Others

-More People That You Are Serving

-More Giving Away of Yourself

When your model for leadership is Jesus, it flips the modern day leadership paradigm on its head.

Instead of:

Supervisor, Manager, CEO, Boss, President, Senior, or Captain.

You Get:

Servant, Selfless, Humble, Giving, Integrity, and Lesser.

Throughout history the Church has relied on leaders to protect, guide, encourage, challenge, and lead the Church.  Opportunities abound for people to step up, grab the reins, and work hard to advance the mission and kingdom of Jesus.

Are you ready for a promotion?