The Psalmist said, “I have hidden your word in my heart so I might not sin against you.” God’s Word can be a protection for our heart and soul. It can teach us, convict us, and challenge us.
The same is true for leaders. The best leadership book is the Bible.
If you want to be a great, Biblical leader, consider memorizing these verses:
Luke 6:31 Do to others as you would like them to do to you.
Philippians 2:3 Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves.
Proverbs 4:23 Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.
Exodus 18:21 But select capable men from all the people—men who fear God, trustworthy men who hate dishonest gain —and appoint them as officials over thousands, hundreds, fifties and tens.
Psalm 78:72 With upright heart he shepherded them and guided them with his skillful hand.
Matthew 20:26 But among you it will be different. Whoever wants to be a leader among you must be your servant.
Philippians 2:4 Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others.
Matthew 5:37 Simply let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No’; anything beyond this comes from the evil one.
1 Peter 5:7 Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
John 3:30 He must become greater; I must become less.
Galatians 6:9 So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up.
Philippians 4:13 For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.
Perhaps you should choose one or two of these – or if you’re brave enough, all of them – write them down somewhere you’ll see them often, and commit them to memory.
What other verses would you recommend to leaders?
Thanks a lot MOG. Another inspiring scripture is,Act 20:28 Take heed therefore unto yourselves,and to all the flock,over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers,to feed the church of God,which He hath purchased with His own blood.
That's a great add! Thank you.
thank u sir for the veses of leader ship what ineed now is manual for leaderhips
Acts 6:3 NASB
“Therefore, brethren, select from among you seven men of good reputation, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we may put in charge of this task.
May Almighty God help me to achieve this "Matthew 20:26" by His grace. Amen.
Thanks for the compilations here. I am taking this to my reference database for anytime use.
Awesome.
It is my aim and put into heart and mind to all of this especially in our church as well as in the workplace.
Wow! This is really great. A great encouragement not only for me but also to all leaders and soon to be leaders. As a 3rd year Bible School Scholar, this is a blessing. Great thanks
Thanks
"For I am not aware of anything against myself, but I am not thereby acquitted. It is the Lord who judges me." (1Cor.4:4) – sobering judgement for leaders, and (Rom.14:4) – "Who are you to pass judgment on the servant of another? It is before his own master that he stands or falls. And he will be upheld, for the Lord is able to make him stand."
Great verses. Thanks
As a fellow introvert who is inclined to fade into the background, this verse is one of my favourites:
"For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love and self-discipline." – 2 Timothy1:7
Yea. Good one.
As a teacher, the last two stood out the most to me. Leadership is a long-haul, big picture type of deal, and it's easy to get discouraged when you don't see immediate change or progress. There's a reward if you don't give up, though; in the meantime, Jesus is my strength until I get to the finish line. Great list! =)
Thanks!
This is sure true! I am a teacher too, heading into the "home stretch" of the school year. Great to keep everything in perspective.
Always look to God first. True for anyone, and especially leaders.
Mat 22:37
Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.
John 15:5
I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in Me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without Me ye can do nothing.
Great verses. Thanks.
Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.
Psalm 119:105
Lovin' the post Ron, good day!
Great verse. Thanks.
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Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life. Proverbs 4:23
Finding this to be critical on every level. Thanks for sharing these with us.
Thanks Mike. You're right.
“Do to others as you would like them to do to you.” Luke 6:31
I love passing on this simple advice. Put into practice the "Golden Rule" everyday and you will succeed.
Amen!
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Ron, excellent compilation for leaders. thx
Thank you my friend.