And Moshe spoke to YHWH, saying, “Let YHWH, the God of the spirits of all flesh, appoint a man over the congregation” Numbers 27:15-16 Appoint – Not many leaders display the character of Moses. There’s a reason that he was called the most humble man who ever walked the earth. If we look hard, we…
He waited for justice, but behold, bloodshed; and for righteousness, behold, an outcry! Isaiah 5:7 Justice, Righteousness – When Jesus quotes this passage in Isaiah (Matthew 21:33-46), He applies it in the same way that the prophet did. It is a metaphorical description of judgment found in the parable of the wicked tenants. God in…
“I regret that I have made Saul king, for he has turned back from following Me and has not carried out My commands.” 1 Samuel 15:11 Regret – It was a triumph of self-determination, and a tragedy of spiritual disintegration. The man who would be king decided that his interpretation of God’s command was good…
You are our letter, written in our hearts, known and read by all men; 2 Corinthians 3:2 Letter – It’s a question of endorsement. Paul says that he could have used credentials, certificates, resumes or letters of credit. But they are unnecessary. Why? Because Paul’s real endorsement comes from those whom he mentored in Jesus…
“you shall select out of all the people able men who fear God, men of truth, those who hate dishonest gain; and you shall place these over them as leaders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties and of tens.” Exodus 18:21 Dishonest Gain – Watch out! Don’t get ripped off! The last thing we want…
David was a great leader. He had all the attributes we seek in the most worthy commanders. He came up through the ranks, not from nobility. He knew the heart of the people because he was one of them. He showed courage from an early age. He was not afraid to state his mind or…
“you shall select out of all the people able men who fear God, men of truth, those who hate dishonest gain; and you shall place these over them as leaders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties and of tens.” Exodus 18:21 Truth – Did Jethro tell Moses to find men who wouldn’t lie? Is that…
“you shall select out of all the people able men who fear God, men of truth, those who hate dishonest gain; and you shall place these over them as leaders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties and of tens.” Exodus 18:21 Fear – What kind of men fear God? The answer depends entirely on the…
“you shall select out of all the people able men who fear God, men of truth, those who hate dishonest gain; and you shall place these over them as leaders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties and of tens.” Exodus 18:21 Able – So, you’ve determined that you will stand against the culture of power…
“for the task is too heavy for you; you cannot do it alone.” Exodus 18:18 Alone – Moses is acknowledged as Israel’s greatest leader, but the way that he led the people flies in the face of a lot of today’s leadership advice. The encounter with Jethro is a prime example of powerless leadership –…
