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Power Play

DAY 13 OF 15

Leadership is more than just doing your best to lead others well. We not only have to think of the decisions we make for others, but more importantly, we have to make sure we’re making the best possible decisions for ourselves.

To be a good leader means leading yourself well. Whenever we’re in a position of authority, we have to remember that others are always watching. If we expect those we lead to always speak to others kindly, we must model that in our behavior. If we want to create an uplifting and encouraging environment, we must continually encourage and uplift those around us. We not only have to model this behavior, but we have to be consistent with it to build trust. If those under your authority don’t trust you, you’ll never be able to bring out the best in them.

Today, make a list of the qualities you want to see more of in your own leadership. Be sure to write these down as you brainstorm. Spend some time with God, and pray specifically over each quality on your list. Ask God to not only help you live out these qualities but also create opportunities for you to become the best leader you can be.

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Power Play

Every day we see people use whatever power they have to either lift up or knock down, cause change or further self-interest, or do whatever it takes to get ahead. Jesus showed how to use power to treat others around us, even those with more power and authority who we may disagree with. No matter how much or little we have, we’re called to use our power for good.

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