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THE LEADER IN YOU -”Steppin Into Your Purpose”
BSJ CHRISTIAN SEMINARSMinister Brenda Simuel Jackson, Ph.DDaughters of Deborah Annual Conference
©2006 Revised
Leadership Defined
Leadership: Application of Influence to develop people, to help people reach their potential. (John Maxwell)
Leadership: Influence; the ability of one to influence others to follow (J. Oswald Sanders)
Leadership: The act of making a difference. (Hackman & Johnson)
Leader Defined:
Leader: A person or something that guides.Leader: The most significant positionLeader: One that rulesBiblical definition (Greek N.T.)
Luke 6:39 Leader is a teacher who bears fruit Matt 15:14 Leader is one who guides the way Hebrew 13:7, 24 A leader is one who rules over;
One who is imitated. Acts 8:31 A leader guides to understanding
Leader Types
Positional
Knowledge/expertise
Charisma
Appointment
WHAT TYPE OF LEADER ARE YOU?
Autocratic?Supervisory?Democratic?Participatory?Laizzez Faire?
Leadership Styles
AUTHORITARIAN/ SUPERVISORY
DEMOCRATIC/ PARTICIPATIVE
LAISSEZ-FAIRE
Sets goals individually, Directs goal setting
Involves others in goal setting
Followers set own goals
One way communication
Open communication
Superficial communication
Controls discussion Facilitates Discussion
Avoids discussion
Dominates interaction/ Guides Interaction
Focuses interaction Avoids Interaction
Personally directs tasks/Provides oversight
Provides suggestions and alternatives
Input only if asked
Leadership Styles
AUTHORITARIAN/ SUPERVISORY
DEMOCRATIC/ PARTICIPATIVE
LAISSEZ-FAIRE
Infrequent positive feedback
Frequent positive feedback
Infrequent feedback of any kind
Poor/Average listener
Effective Listener/Positive climate
May have poor or effective listening
Uses conflict/competition for personal gain
Mediate conflict for mutual gain/encourages competition for mutual gain
Avoids conflict and competition
Rewards Obedience, punishes mistakes
Rewards Accomplishments, punish last resort
Avoids rewards and punishments
Biblical Leaders
Abram:MosesDeborahPaulEstherNehemiahTimothy
PREDOMINANT STYLE OF JESUS
HumbleTaught by ExampleDemocratic/Participative
Involved followers Open Communication Facilitated Discussion Focused Interaction Frequent Feedback Effective Listener
Minimum Level of Skills for Respected Leadership
Communication Accountability Trust Clarity of Vision Sharing of Information Joint Problem-Solving Level of expertise Knowledge of
weaknesses
Communication Skills
Moses: Exodus 4:10-16Minimal skills
Interpersonal Listening Public Speaking Group/Conference Techniques Use of Technology Writing Reading
Accountability Skills
Saul: 1 Samuel 15:10-11
Deborah & Barak: Judges 4:8-10
Answerable for Actions/Non actions Maintaining records Reckoning transactions
Trustworthy Traits
Moses: Exodus 4:1-5 Confidence in the person’s intent.
Follow those in whom there is trust. Credibility Lack of suspicion Freedom from fear to discuss
Removal of perception of manipulationRemoves attitude of aggressionremoves uncertainty of outcome
Clarity of Vision
Habakkuk 2:2-3
Biblical Visions Ezekiel 37:1 Isaiah 1:1 2 Chronicles 32:32 Revelations 1:10-11;4:1
Clarity of Vision
Clear Purpose
Clear Commitment
Clear Strategies of Achieving
Clarity of beneficiaries of vision
Information Sharing and Problem solving Skills
Maintaining Confidences but not hoarding information to gain power (gatekeeping) Esther 2:19-22; Proverbs 15:22-23
Leader must receive input from others who are effected by decisions. Proverbs 15:22-23 Matthew 18:19-20 2 Corinthians 13:1
PERSONAL STYLE ASSESSMENT- Adapted from Abundant Life Counseling Center, Sabrina Black
“Let’s do it now!”
“How was it done in the past”
“Trust me it will work out”
“Let’s keep things the way they are”
Takes charge Determined Bold Purposeful Decision Maker Assertive Firm Enterprising Goal Driven Self-reliant Adventurous Competitive Enjoys challenges Leader
Deliberate Discerning Detailed Controlled Reserved Predictable Analytical Orderly Inquisitive Precise Factual Persistent Scheduled
Takes risks Visionary Enjoys Change Fun-loving Likes variety Very verbal Promoter Group Oriented Optimistic Avoids Details Mixes Easily Creative Energetic
Loyal Non-demanding Adaptable Sympathetic Patient Even Keel Enjoys Routine Good Listener Avoids Conflict Dislikes Change Tolerant Deep Relationships Thoughtful
Total Total Total Total
Spiritual Leadership Characteristics, Sanders, J. Oswald, 1997, 55-76.
Characteristic Scriptural Base Description Discipline Galatians 6:23 Self-Control
Vision Hebrews 11:17-19 Vision is based on faith; it is the ability to see the end results as did Abraham in sacrificing his son
Wisdom Proverbs 10:9 Colossians 1:9
Wisdom applies knowledge and provides the wise path, gives understanding to apply in real situations.
Decision Acts 22:10 Strength in decision making to go in the right direction as did Paul when God told him to go.
Spiritual Leadership Characteristics
Characteristic Scripture Description Courage 2 Corinthians 7:5 Paul did not allow
obstacles or danger to his physical well being stop him from progressing.
Humility Matthew 21:24-28 A willingness to sacrifice, and not Lord it over persons, but willing to serve.
Integrity 2 Corinthians 2:17 Sincere in promises.
Patience 2 Peter 1:17 Make election sure with self-control and perseverance.
Communication: Spiritual Leadership Skill
Communication: James 1:19-24, 3:3-6; Proverbs 15:1-4,18
Leaders must set the proper climate Leaders must respond without malice
YOUR PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Become an expert in your passionFoster genuinenessHave a pleasant appearanceGo the extra milePerform symbolic acts of value
The Master Plan and Goal Setting Processes
The Blue Print for Action
The Mission Statement
The Team Members (Organization chart)
The Recipients of the Products
The Master Plan
“A Master plan is a written statement of the group’s assumption about its direction, organization, and resources.” (Bledl & Engstrom, Boardroom Conference, p. 179)
Planning is evidence of Faith.
Proverbs 16:9 “A man’s heart plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps.
Characteristics of the Mission Statement
Describes service providedDescribes type of organizationDescribes recipients of serviceDescribes nature/quality of
service/productDescribes how to measure effectiveness.
LEADERSHIP APPLICATIONS FROM EZRA & NEHEMIAH
2 Chronicles 36:22-23; Nehemiah 2:5-7 What is the mission of King Cyrus and of Nehemiah?
Write a mission statement for Nehemiah.
Ezra 1:1-2:70 Write a Master Plan List some of the Team members of Ezra. Who are the stakeholders? Who are the recipients of the mission?
Ezra 3:1-3:10; 1:2-5; 3:7 2:68-69 Identify the needed resources. Describe the commitment needed to accomplish the
mission
EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
GIFTS AND TALENTS
Personal Equipment Inventory
Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 15:58
Because of what Jesus Christ did for us, our service to Him is not empty.
Our efforts are investments in His cause.Our reward is when He returns.
Scripture: Ephesians 2:10
God has equipped us for His purpose.The plan belongs to God not to us.
Scripture: 1 John 3:18 God expects us to invest in work that
expresses our talents and provides our needs.
Mission - Work that meets God’s agenda on earth (reconciliation)
Mission:Use talents to show God’s love in our
daily relations.Jesus’ work integrated word and
deed.Neither word or deed was above the
other.
Gifts of Grace and of The SpiritGifts of Grace and of The Spirit
Romans 12:6-8 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 Ephesians 4:11 1 Peter 4:11 Prophecy Wisdom Apostles Speaking Service Knowledge Prophets Service Teaching Faith Evangelists Exhortation Healing Pastors and
Teachers
Liberality Working of Miracles Giving Aid Prophecy Acts of Mercy Ability to distinguish
Spirits
Various Tongues Interpretation of
Tongues
GiftsScripture Reference Gifts for Ministry in Word Gifts for Ministry in Deed Roman 12:6-8 Prophecy
Teaching Service Showing Mercy Giving (monetary) Encouragement Leadership
1 Corinthians 12:4-11, 28-30 Apostolic Proclamation Prophecy Discernment of Prophecy (of Spirits) Teaching Spiritual Wisdom Spiritual Knowledge Speaking in tongues Interpreting tongues
Faith Healing Miraculous powers Helping Administration
Ephesians 4:7-12 Apostolic Proclamation Prophecy “Pastoring” and/or teaching Evangelism
Career Success
Successful Entrepreneur
The Blessings and Theology of Work
God blesses us through our working Proverbs 12:11 He who forms his land will
have plenty of food, but he who follows worthless pursuits has no sense.
Proverbs 12:24a - The hand of the hard working will rule.
Working is not a curse, it is a blessing. Genesis 3:17
The land was cursedWork can be painfulWork is necessary to eat
Theology of Work
Working is not a curse, it is a blessing. Proverbs 24:27, 30-34
After work the house is builtIn Jewish tradition, after one is working, then there is
marriage (Jacob)Poverty is the result of lack of work
Perceptions are meaningless Proverb 12:9 Appearances are meaningless Blessing to work with one’s own hands Better not to be dependent on another person
Theology of Work
Psalm 104:14-23 Opportunity given for work is a blessing and
not punishment.God provides a cycle of opportunityThe benefits received negate the pain of obtaining
Ecclesiastes 10:10 Theology of work provides gaining skill Theology of work provides using mind over
physical strength
Scriptural Supports for a CareerScriptures Guides for
Business/ Work Preparation Success
Genesis 3:17 God’s Plan Willing to work even during troubles and trials
Success/having sustenance til death.
Proverbs 6:6-11
Do not be lazy Have wisdom & perseverance
Supplies for future, food for present, lack of poverty
Ecclesiastes 3:12
Gift from God Rejoice Food and Sustenance
Philippians 4:6,13
Prayer, Perseverance
Success
Deuteronomy 28:43
Be in charge of situation not vice versa
In Obedience to God
You will not be the borrower or the tail.
Scripture Support for a CareerScriptures Guides Preparation Success Daniel 1:3-5; 11-21
Provide good service regardless of community
Obedience to God, Wisdom, Knowledge, Education, Training
Promotion, Status, High status in site of King
1 Peter 2:18 Our Conscience toward God
Serious Responsibility
Commendations
1 Peter 3:8-10 Our relationship to Christ
Be Courteous and respectful
God’s Blessings
Matthew 25:15-30
Teachings of Christ
Investing and building on the talents given.
Prosperity and greater responsibility.
2 Thessalonians 3:8-12
Do not be idle or be a busybody and not work.
Use authority appropriately
Not to be a burden to anyone
Proverbs 24:16 Persevere Success
Self Evaluation Check List for Going into Business (Starting Your Own Business)
Check the answer that best describes You!
Are you a self-starter? I do things on my own. Nobody has to tell me.� If someone gets me started, I keep going all right.� Easy does it. I don’t put myself out until I have to.�
How do you feel about other people? I like people. I can get along with just about anybody.� I have plenty of friends - I don’t need anyone else.� Most people irritate me.�
Self Evaluation
Can You Lead Others? �I can get most people to go along when I start something. I can give orders if someone tells me what we should do.� I let someone else get things moving. Then I go along if I �
feel like it.
Can you take responsibility? I � like to take charge of things and see them through. I’ll take over if I have to, but I’d rather let someone else �
be responsible. There’s always some eager beaver around wanting to �
show how smart he is. I say let him.
Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneur
Overpowering need to achieve Follows through on commitment Positive mental attitude Objective Respectful attitude toward money, but sees it as a means
of accomplishing. Anticipates development & makes things happen. Resourceful Emotionally stable personality Good Communication skills Good Technical knowledge
DIVERSITY
Definition
“The degree of basic human differences among a given population” (Samuel C. Certo, Modern Management, Prentice Hall, 1997, 565)
Areas of Diversity:
Race Gender Ethnicity Customs Religion Social Class Physical Ability Age Education Geographic Location Language Talents and Skills
Biblical Foundation of Diversity
Genesis 11:1-9 Result of disobedience Results from pride and attempt to rule on
man’s terms and not God’s direction Main types of Biblical Diversity:
LanguageNations
Bias - Free Communication Suggestions
RACE AND ETHNICITY (Northville Adaptation)
Notice words, images, and insinuations that reinforce stereotypes
Only refer to race or ethnic origin when relevant to topic Avoid language that has questionable racial or ethnic
connotations Avoid patronizing racial or ethnic groups with tokenism
in news stories, or anecdotes Review publications and media to ensure all are
adequately and honestly represented
Bias Free Communications
Gender Use gender neutral words/phrases Address both female and male perspectives with
phrases like members and their spouses. Use parallel words when specifying gender like “he/she”
or “women/men”, or use a disclaimer stating that the use of the pronoun, he, includes male and female.
Do not stereotype by gender. Avoid describing men by profession and women by
physical attributes.
Bias Free Communication
Age Mention age only when relevant Ask individuals or groups what they prefer to be called. Avoid cliches. Use words that actually describe rather
than stereotype. Remember that children and older persons are
individuals, and they can speak for themselves, do not assume you know what they want.
Remember that you may underestimate a child’s or older person’s capability or energy, ask discerning questions.
“To freely pat and touch children and older people simply because of their age is presumptuous and biased”.
Bias Free Communication
Physically/Mentally Challenged Recognize that a handicap is a disability only when it
severely precludes a specific task. A disability is a legal disqualification, “people who use
wheelchairs are not disabled unless their handicap is relevant to a task performance.
Concentrate on performance rather than a handicapper characteristic, e.g. The blind operator should be The Operator, the hard of hearing accountant, should be the Accountant.
Ask individuals or groups how they wish to be addressed/characterized.
Characteristics influencing Interaction (Adler & Elmhorst, Communicating at Work, McGraw Hill, 1999.)
Traits U.S. Japan Mexico Social Unit Individual Group Family Authority Structure
Egalitarian Hierarchical Hierarchical
Basis of Authority
Competence Seniority Trust
Decision Making
Individualistic Consensus Authoritarian
Attitude toward Conflict
Seeks Avoids Avoids
Diversity Check List
__ I am interested in the ideas of people who do not think as I think, and I respect opinions even when I disagree with them.
__ Some of my friends or associates are different from me in age, race, gender, physical abilities, economic status and education.
__ If I were at a social gathering with people outside of my own group, I would go out of my way to meet them.
__ I do not need to understand everything going on around me, I can tolerate ambiquity.
__ I am able to change course quickly. I can change to adapt to new situations.
Diversity Check List
__I recognize that I am a product of my upbringing and my way is not the only way.
__ I am patient and flexible. I can accept different ways of getting a job done as long as the results are good.
__ I am always asking questions, reading, exploring. I am curious about new things, people and places.
__ I am interested in human dynamics and often find myself thinking, “What’s really going on here?”
__ I can see two or more sides on an issue. __ I have made mistakes and I have learned from
them.
Diversity Check List __ In unfamiliar situations, I watch and listen
before acting. __ I listen carefully. __ When I am lost, I ask for directions. __ When I don”t understand what someone is
saying, I ask for clarification. __ I sincerely do not want to offend others. __I like people and accept them as they are. __I am sensitive to the feelings of others and
observe their reactions when I am talking. __ I am aware of my prejudices and consciously
try to control my assumptions about people.
Benefits of Diversity
Creativity and innovation
Broader range of skills
Better Decisions Based on different Perspectives
Better Services to Diverse Customers
Increased Talent Pool
REFERENCES
BIBLES Barker, Kenneth, Gen. Ed. The NIV Study Bible. Grand
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Bible Dictionary Vine, W.E., Unger, Merrill F., White, Williams, Jr. Vine’s
Complete Expository Dictionary of Old and New Testament Words. Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1985.
REFERENCES
BOOKS Adler, Ronald B., & Elmhurst, Jeanne Marquardt.
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Questar Publishers, Inc. 1988. Chewing, Richard C., Eby, John W. & Roels, Shirley, J.
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