“It is better to be godly and have little than to be evil and rich. For the strength of the wicked will be shattered, but the Lord takes care of the godly.” — Psalm 37:16-17 (NLT)
A Shepherd’s Focus
“Until I get there, focus on reading the Scriptures to the church, encouraging the believers, and teaching them.” – 1 Timothy 4:13 (NLT)
Bringing the Good News
“And how will anyone go and tell them without being sent? That is what the Scriptures mean when they say, ‘How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!’” – Romans 10:15 (NLT)
Appointed by God
“And he ordered us to preach everywhere and to testify that Jesus is the one appointed by God to be the judge of all—the living and the dead. He is the one all the prophets testified about, saying that everyone who believes in him will have their sins forgiven through his name.” – Acts 10:42-43 (NLT)
Leaders are Set Free by God’s Spirit
“For the Lord is the Spirit, and wherever the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.” — 2 Corinthians 3:17 (NLT)
Leaders Persevere in their Purpose
“And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.” —Romans 8:28 (NLT)
Leaders Seek Counsel
“Without wise leadership, a nation falls; there is safety in having many advisers.” — Proverbs 11:14 (NLT)
Seize the Day
“How do you know what your life will be like tomorrow? For your life is like the morning fog – it’s here a little while, then it’s gone.” – James 4:14 (NLT)
Leaders Should Be Servants
“But among you it will be different. Those who are the greatest among you should take the lowest rank, and the leader should be like a servant.” —Luke 22:26 (NLT)
Leaders Endure with Patience
“God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.” — James 1:12 (NLT)