Episode 25 - Traits of Awesome Christians Leaders

Awesome Christian Leaders have a lot in common. In this episode we review traits shared by Awesome Christian Leaders. 1. Everyone must be treated with dignity and respect! a. At the most basic level, we dignify people by recognizing their value as human beings who are made in the image of God b. "Honor all people, love the brotherhood, fear God, and honor the king" (1 Pet. 2:17) 2. High moral standards a. 1 Cor. 15:33 Do not be deceived: "Bad company ruins good morals." 3. Every day, positive attitudes, behaviors, and interactions! a. Hope i. Proverbs 17:22 A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. b. Faith i. Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." 4. Take a stand for what is right, not what is convenient. a. I recently spoke with someone who revealed their greatest struggle with faith, and it may be the same as yours. There is no shame in it, but this person is afraid to address their position on hot-button issues for fear of receiving backlash. The bad thing was that I did not even have to inquire why. I understand how difficult it is. I understand how painful it is to be persecuted. I understand how unjust it is to be overlooked. I am aware of the overwhelming response. I am aware that the adversary appears to be stronger. I am aware of the high costs. We have a duty in Christ to be strong (Ephesians 6:10), to fight (2 Timothy 4:7), to be separate (2 Corinthians 6:17), to be courageous (Joshua 1:9), to suffer (1 Peter 3:17), to be persecuted (2 Timothy 3:12), to be hated (John 15:18). We all have a duty to stand for righteousness and spread the Gospel (Mark 16:15). I know the adversaries are loud and seem great in number. I know they will not come to reason or fight a fair fight. I know that they are boastful and proud in/of their sin. Nevertheless, Christ is with us (Deuteronomy 20:1), and He is greater (Deuteronomy 1