Week 4: Empowering Leadership-Monica Mowdy
Theme: Developing and empowering leaders within the church.
Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20- Jesus came near and spoke to them, “I’ve received all authority in heaven and on earth. 19 Therefore, go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to obey everything that I’ve commanded you. Look, I myself will be with you every day until the end of this present age.”
Key Points:
• Encouraging leadership at all levels.
• Mentoring and training future leaders.
• Recognizing and utilizing diverse gifts and talents.
Summary:
This sermon centers on the importance of fostering leadership at all levels within churches and organizations by recognizing diverse gifts, mentoring future leaders, and adapting to change. It explores how the Great Commission challenges us to proactively mentor others and empower them to lead, emphasizing the need to trust in God’s vision and maintain strong relationships. By encouraging different leadership styles and focusing on personal growth through shared experiences, we can create an environment where leadership thrives and aligns with God's mission.
Discussion Questions:
1. Encouraging Leadership at All Levels: How can churches or organizations create an environment where leadership is encouraged at every level? What practical steps can be taken to recognize and develop potential leaders?
2. Mentoring and Training Future Leaders: Reflecting on Jesus' approach to mentoring His disciples, what qualities make a good mentor? How can we ensure that mentoring relationships within the church are effective and fruitful?
3. Recognizing and Utilizing Diverse Gifts: How can we better recognize and celebrate the diverse gifts and talents within our church or community? What might be some barriers to this, and how can they be overcome?
4. Adapting to Change: In your experience, what are the risks of holding onto outdated practices, as illustrated by the business owner in the provided narrative? How can leaders avoid this trap and stay relevant?
5. The Great Commission and Leadership: How does the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20) challenge us to be proactive in mentoring and empowering others? In what ways does it call us to step out of our comfort zones?
6. Learning and Teaching Together: How can the concept of "taking someone on your journey" enhance both personal growth and community leadership? Can you share a time when you learned something significant by teaching or mentoring someone else?
7. Empowering Others: What does it look like to truly empower others to lead, rather than just delegating tasks? How can we ensure that the people we mentor feel supported and equipped to take on leadership roles?
8. Diverse Leadership Styles: In what ways can diverse leadership styles (e.g., quiet leaders, servant leaders, strategic leaders) benefit a church or organization? How can we create space for different types of leaders to thrive?
9. Trusting in God’s Vision: How can leaders maintain their focus on God’s vision for the church or organization, especially when the task seems overwhelming? What role does faith play in leadership?
10. Leadership and Relationship: How important is relationship-building in the process of mentoring and developing future leaders? How can we foster deeper connections within our church or organization to facilitate this?
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