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Biblical Qualities of Leadership The Need For Leadership A nation without a leader is in chaos (Judges 21:25). A home without leadership is in chaos

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Biblical Qualities of Leadership

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The Need For Leadership

•A nation without a leader is in chaos (Judges 21:25).

•A home without leadership is in chaos (Eph. 5:22, 6:1-4).

•A church without elders is “lacking” (Titus 1:5).

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1. The FAITH of Abraham

•Hebrews 11:8-10 – Abraham walked by faith.

•Romans 4:18-25 – Abraham’s faith allowed him to hope against hope, believing God was able to do what He promised.

•Hebrews 11:17-19 – Abraham’s faith passed the test.

•Good leaders must be people of strong faith.

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2. The MEEKNESS of Moses

•Proverbs 16:32 – greatness is measured by one’s ability to rule and control himself.

•Numbers 12:1-10 – Moses did not retaliate, but was able to endure hostilities against himself because of his meekness.

•Good leaders must be meek and humble.

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3. The COURAGE of Joshua

•Joshua 1:1-9 – was told to “be strong and of good courage.”

•Good leaders must be people of strength and courage.

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4. The ACCOUNTABILITY of David

•2 Samuel 12:13 – David took responsibility for his sin.

•Leaders can deny their sins, or blame their sins upon others; but godly men will take responsibility for their own actions.

•Good leaders aren’t perfect, but they are accountable for their actions.

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5. The PRAYER LIFE of Nehemiah

•The book of Nehemiah is written like a journal, recording the work he did in rebuilding Jerusalem both physically and spiritually.

•Prayer plays an important role in this book; mentioned twelve times.

•Good leaders must be praying people.

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Biblical Qualities of Leadership•Faith•Meekness•Courage•Accountability•Prayer

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