LEADERSHIP IN THE CHURCH - QUALITIES

1.      Leaders should be people who know that they have been called by God and anointed by his spirit. Rom. 13

2.      Leaders should be zealous and be able to inspire and motivate others for the work of the ministry.

3.      Leaders should be stable, firm and dependable – be decision makers – should not be tossed to and fro.

4.      Leaders should be good listeners

5.      Leaders should have thankful heart – learn to appreciate their followers.

6.      Leaders should be skillful in what they do – should be above their followers.

7.      Leaders should be forgiving – should not be vindictive.

8.      Leaders should be peacemakers – reason for correction is restoration.

9.      Leaders should be dedicated, loyal and committed to their followers.

10.  A good leader should take center stage.

11.  Leaders should be contented.

12.  Leaders should always be honest, sincere and trustworthy.

13.  Leaders should be able to guide people to God.

14.  Leaders should be able to judge between right and wrong.

15.   Leaders must live a disciplined life.

16.  Leaders should be generous – willing to give than to receive.

17.  Leaders should nurture, cherish the group and be able to take care of them.

18.  Leaders should have the heart of unity.

19.  Leaders should be totally available to God.

20.  Leaders should not be fearful – should be bold.

21.  Leaders should be righteous and pure in character.

22.  Leaders should be focused, determined and committed.

23.  Leaders should be diligent, watching over their groups, making sure they are doing what they are expected to do.