To empower others as a leader, you must walk in the footsteps of Christ — the ultimate model of servant leadership.
Here are three key principles to guide your leadership journey, supported by relevant scriptures:
1. Be a Good Listener: Believe in People
> “Let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger.” — James 1:19 (ESV)
A true leader listens not just to respond, but to understand. Giving people a listening ear affirms their value and communicates trust.
Jesus often listened to people's hearts before responding with wisdom (John 4:7-26).
When you listen, you demonstrate belief in their potential and open the door for influence and impact.
Leadership Insight: Listening builds connection, fosters trust, and reveals the heart of those you lead.
2. Serve as a Support System: Provide Tools for Success
> “The greatest among you shall be your servant.” — Matthew 23:11 (ESV)
“Equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ.” — Ephesians 4:12 (ESV)
Empowering leadership goes beyond words; it involves action. Provide tools, resources, mentorship, and an institutional framework that help people succeed.
Like Moses appointing capable men to share leadership (Exodus 18:21), create systems that activate others’ dreams and purpose.
Leadership Insight: Leaders who serve lift others. True empowerment comes from building systems that outlive you.
3. Help Them Discover and Develop Skills Within Their Passion
> “A man’s gift makes room for him and brings him before great men.” — Proverbs 18:16 (NKJV)
“Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with your might…” — Ecclesiastes 9:10 (ESV)
Every young person has a God-given passion and potential.
Help them discover productive skills aligned with their interests and calling.
When young people are equipped with relevant skills, indolence dies, and purpose awakens.
As you help them find meaning in their daily pursuits, you give them a reason to rise each day.
However when the purpose of waking up is unknown, sleep becomes attractive.
But with purpose, passion ignites.
Final Word:
> “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor... to set at liberty those who are oppressed.” — Luke 4:18 (ESV)
Leadership is not about control, but about release — releasing others into the fullness of their destiny.
Empower as Jesus empowered — through love, truth, and tangible support.
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