A good leader is not defined by position, power, or the loudness of their voice. True leadership is revealed in humility, integrity, and the willingness to serve rather than be served.
Good leaders listen before they speak. They make room for others, especially those who feel unseen or unheard. They lead with discernment, not impulse, and with compassion, not control. A good leader is steady and able to hold responsibility without losing their humanity.
In Scripture, we see leadership modeled not through domination, but through faithfulness. Jesus washed feet. He noticed the overlooked. He led with truth and love intertwined, never sacrificing one for the other. His leadership restored dignity and invited transformation.
A good leader is also willing to be corrected. They understand they are accountable to God, to others, and to the impact of their decisions. They lead not to elevate themselves, but to protect, guide, and uplift those entrusted to their care.
Perhaps the better question is not who leads well, but how are we leading in the spaces we inhabit in our homes, communities, workplaces, and quiet daily interactions.
Leadership begins not with authority, but with the posture of the heart.
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