I guess many of you have already said 'no,' but stay with it ...
Church leadership is about a lot of things, but mostly it is about setting an example. When you become a leader you get an invisible badge that says 'copy me.' Scary, isn't it? Leaders set themselves up as the people that others should follow. The good news is that leaders don't need to be perfect. A bit of honest imperfection actually helps. So here, from Paul's letter to Tutus, are some areas where leaders set an example: * in their marriages and other relationships * in parenting, whether that is with their biological family or others they support * in avoiding any trace of bullying * in managing their temper * in not getting drunk * in not being violent * in financial integrity * in hospitality * in holding fast to the good news Quite a list, isn't it? There are technical skills too, but they are secondary. The more you have these qualities the better you will lead. Anyone feeling brave enough to volunteer? One more thing - if the correct people don't step forward the wrong people will. The second half of Titus 1 will show you what I mean.
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