A Leadership Insight from Vision Multiplier International https://visionmultiplierllc.com/
I was reflecting on this scripture this morning and the thought of what type of inheritance or legacy should we, the leaders, strive to leave.
So what is an inheritance?
Marian- Webster defines inheritance as:
“something received from past generations (property, traits, etc.), the act of receiving it (legally or genetically), or the genetic transmission of qualities from parent to offspring, encompassing material possessions, intangible characteristics, and biological traits”
Selah
Part of the leadership development process is realizing that lasting skills are learned through observation, versus class training.
So as leaders we must ensure that our legacy is built on biblical principles of truth, integrity, and righteousness.
By being leaders of character we demonstrate the behaviors that we want to see emulated and scaled throughout our families our businesses and our communities – whether small or large.
Who we are speaks volumes about whether we are truly a follower of Christ or merely an observer of Christ.
Selah
We, the leaders, must also be judicious about who we choose to follow as there are many who desire to lead, but are not equipped to do so. Then we have others who are equipped to lead, but lack character.
The most successful leaders are those who are equipped to lead and have unshakable character that’s based out of righteousness.
Our using Jesus as our example, we can press beyond talking the talk and progress towards walking the walk – demonstrating godly leadership in good times and tough times. This type of leadership thrives both in and out of season.
By learning and studying the Word of God, we face the lens of righteousness daily which reminds us that we are on a journey.
If we error, we can make corrections under Gods grace as He looks at our heart and our motives and His grace is sufficient:
“But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not look at his appearance or at the height of his stature, because I have rejected him. For the Lord sees not as man sees; for man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.””
1 Samuel 16:7 AMP
Amen
No matter where we start, we have a responsibility to continually grow and to improve daily being diligent to let no sin or weight cause us to stumble- causing others to error. The Bible says it this way:
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses [who by faith have testified to the truth of God’s absolute faithfulness], stripping off every unnecessary weight and the sin which so easily and cleverly entangles us, let us run with endurance and active persistence the race that is set before us,”
Hebrews 12:1 AMP
“Therefore let us not pass judgment on one another any longer, but rather decide never to put a stumbling block or hindrance in the way of a brother.”
Romans 14:13 ESV
Thank you Lord!
In closing, no matter our circumstances, let us demonstrate the importance of prayer, love, service, understanding, patience, kindness, and joy in our lives.
These foundational character traits, plus righteousness will cause others to want to follow Christ the Light of the World and see the manifestation of God‘s glory in their lives.
That outcome is the best inheritance we can ever leave!
In Jesus name, amen
Be Blessed!
Be a Blessing!
“A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children, And the wealth of the sinner is stored up for [the hands of] the righteous.”
Proverbs 13:22 AMP
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