I learned 5 principles of Authentic Ministry Leadership from Dr. Peter Chao. According to him, aspiring ministry leaders should possess or at least strive hard to build 5 character traits namely:
1. Authority: In order to have the authority, one must be competent and capable. You are only able to wield such authority if you have demonstrated skillfully your wares in solving problems and offering solutions to pressing issues.
2. Trust: the tricky part. If you need to be trusted by your followers you need to be capable and has shown consistent track record thru your past achievements. Similar to a good doctor diagnosing your condition or a skiled pilot manuevering the airplane you're riding on.
3. Integrity: A leader should not have duplicity in character. Cultivate what you see is what you get trait. Genuine. No phonyness. Authentic. If there are, strive to eliminate those rough edges until you're a well polished gem. A diamond is a diamond by cutting rough edges.
4. Commitment: This entails discipline. Show up. Lead by example. Energize and inspire by being early on everything you do.
5. Hard Work : Walk your talk. When all things are said and done - DO SOMETHING!
To end, I like the verses He quoted. One of my all time favorites 1 Cor 24-29 and 1Timothy 3:1. Now it's APPLICATION TIME!!! Gotta go!
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