Session I Rardin CE-103o

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Spiritual Leadership

Session 1
Biblical Principles

PROFESSOR MARK M. CANCEL, M. DIV


SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP CE-103O
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SEMINARY
Six Biblical Principles (Rardin)

Assumption of Principles
 God has seen fit to reveal His word to us.
 Principles for living are found in His Word.
 The principles are knowable because God took the initiative to
make them known.
 All truth is God’s truth. Without revelation we would not have
been able to discover these truths on our own.
 Leadership principles for God’s people must be based on these
principles.
Six Biblical Principles

1. God is the author of authority.


2. Leadership is a partnership.
3. The first shall be last.
4. Leadership is from the inside out.
5. Leadership is a spiritual gift.
6. The sheep belong to the Lord.
Theoretical Framework for Analysis

Consists of four dimensions.


REMEMBER: Internal beliefs determine external
behavior [Principle 4]
Internal Beliefs

Dimension #1: Mental Model of Leadership


 The cognitive understanding of leadership as reflected in the
Old and New Testament
 The picture one holds in their minds of the leader’s role.
 The “Head” component of ones leadership philosophy
 Examples: the leader as a hero, coach, facilitator, defender

Rehoboam [1 Kings 12:1-15] who did not heed the advice of the
elders and to be a servant to the people.
Disciples [Luke 22:24-27] some lord positions over others (that
is the way they see themselves) , some serve others despite
their position.
Dimensions Continued

Dimensions #2: Heart Motive


 The inordinate, life-ruling desires or longings that are deeply
rooted in our hearts; the things that pilot and project us.
 The “Heart” component of one leadership philosophy.

 Anything or person that functions in the place of God in our


lives, controlling our thoughts or deepest longings.
 Examples: being in control of our life, finding security in
someone or something else, self-worth based on our beauty,
intellect, status, material possessions, etc.
Saul [1 Sam 13:5-7, 11-14] disobeyed the Word of God; acted out of
fear;
Rich Young Ruler [Luke 18:18-23] wealth was more important to
him than anything else and controlled his every decision.
External Behavior

Dimensions #3: Manner of Treating Others


 The manner in which leaders treat followers. Relationships
 The “Hands” component of ones leadership philosophy.
 Completes the statement, “Treats others as if they were…
 Manner reflects how they use their power in the lives of others.
 Examples: Treating others as if they were: implementers of
ideas, as assets assigned to us, as unintelligent, capable of
creative solutions, key to effective ministry, experts in their
fields, uniquely gifted, etc.

John 13:34 Love one another


John 15:14-15 Partners in the task
Dimensions Continued

Dimension #4: Methods of Leadership


 The procedures, routines, process or systems that leaders use.
 The “Habits” in ones leadership philosophy
 Includes both tactical and strategic process

Examples:

Moses [Exodus 18:13-27] implements the procedure of


delegation and he teaches them how to do it.
Haman [Esther 3:7-15] with an evil motive he creates an evil plot
to destroy one person (Mordecai) by destroying all the Jews.
Significant Impact of this Method

Helps establish a practical theology of leadership.


Helps study the leadership philosophies of biblical
leaders.
Helps to create your own leadership philosophy
Helps to summarize your leader culture.

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