Qualification for Leadership: Blamelessness

An elder must be blameless…

Titus 1:6

The first requirement to hold any position in Christian ministry is spiritual in nature and reflects our commitment to Christ. The Bible explains this in many…

Qualification for Leadership: Absolute Surrender

He said to him a second time, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.” He said to him, “Tend my sheep.”

John 21:16

Qualification for Leadership: Graciousness

…not quarrelsome…

1 Timothy 3:3 and Titus 1:7

The trait of not being quarrelsome is another essential in leadership. This trait is the absence of constant suspiciousness, negativism, aggression, and…

Faithful Wounds

Better is open rebuke than hidden love. Wounds from a friend can be trusted…

Proverbs 27:5–6

Rudeness is not the friend of anyone, nor is it an asset in life. The Bible is abundantly clear on this.

God on Our Side

The wilderness and the dry land shall be glad; the desert shall rejoice and blossom like the crocus; it shall blossom abundantly and rejoice with joy and singing. The glory of Lebanon shall be given to it, the majesty of Carmel and Sharon. They shall see the glory of the Lord, the majesty of our God.

Qualification for Leadership: Honesty

…Not pursuing dishonest gain…

Titus 1:7

…Not a lover of money…

1 Timothy 1:3

How honest are we? How much do we want material wealth and are we willing to trade…

Have I died today?

If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.

Luke 9:23

Have I died today? This is the most basic question for the benefit of our spiritual life and growth. There is so much selfishness in us, so…

The Practical Savior

You shall call his name Jesus: for he shall save his people from their sins.

Matthew 1:21

Any understanding of Jesus of Nazareth that does not have at its core the idea of salvation from sins is off the mark at the beginning. Salvation —…

The Guiding Principle of Freedom

So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.

1 Corinthians 10:32

God grants us freedom in many areas of our life. Along with some very clear and strict commands, He gives a gracious…

Qualification for Leadership: Wisdom and Knowledge

By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established; through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures.

Proverbs 24:3–4