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Helping Families Thrive

Leadership in the Context A Local Congregation . Helping Families Thrive. Presented by Dr. Amon Kasambala. Group Discussion 1. Scripture Reading : 1 Samuel 12: 1-8 What does the text teach us about the character of a leader? How does this text apply to our present

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Helping Families Thrive

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  1. Leadership in the Context A Local Congregation Helping Families Thrive Presented by Dr. Amon Kasambala

  2. Group Discussion 1 Scripture Reading: 1 Samuel 12: 1-8 • What does the text teach us about the character of a leader? • How does this text apply to our present day situation – both Church and secular society? • What lessons do you take (from this study) for your personal life as a lay-leader?

  3. Leadership in the Context of a Local Congregation Where do we begin?

  4. The Calling of a Leader • God calls people to Himself first • Abraham’s Call (Genesis 12) • Moses’ Call (Exodus 3) • Samuel’s Call (1 Samuel 3) • Isaiah’s Call (Isaiah 6) • Simon Peter’s Call (Luke 5:1-11) • The calling of Saul (Paul) (Acts 9)

  5. The Calling of a Leader • God sends out those He has called • He is a “missional God” – “One who sends out” • Jeremiah (Jer. 18) • Jonah (Jonah 1) • Isaiah’s Call (Isaiah 6) “ Who shall go…” • The disciples (Matthew, Mark, Luke) • The Church (Acts 2)

  6. 1. Understanding God’s Call • Starting point of mission & leadership engagement (e.g. Jesus in Luke 4:18) • Key to how you deal with leadership challenges along the way • Brings a sense of stewardship with what has been entrusted to us “Where the purpose of something is not known, abuse is inevitable”

  7. The Three “C” Approach What is expected of us in this Call?

  8. 1.1 Commitment to the Call • Commitment to Jesus Christ • Commitment to His Church • Commitment to the World

  9. 1.2. Character “Character is what you are when no one else is watching” • Integrity • Leading by example/ Servanthood • Knowing your limitations • Authenticity – be real/genuine as a leader • Credibility– can you be reliable?

  10. 1.3. Competence • Having basic leadership skills • Knowing your responsibility • Understanding pitfalls/traps/failure • Handling tasks “Leadership ability determines a person’s level of effectiveness” (John Maxwell)

  11. 2. Staying Focused • On your spiritual journey with the Lord • On your area of responsibility • On what is really important • On reaching out to God’s people • On being a blessing

  12. Leadership in the Context A Local Congregation Helping Families Thrive Presented by Dr. Amon Kasambala

  13. Group Discussion 2 Scripture Reading: Ephesians 4:1-16 • What type of life style are we called to live in verses 1-3? • What do we understand by “make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit”? 3. How do you understand verses 11-13 with reference to 1 Corinthians 12:4-11?

  14. SERVING A LOCAL CONGREGATION Practical Insights

  15. Serving a local congregation • Understand your congregation’s mission and Vision • Understand how your congregation is structured. • Discover your specialrole in the congregation

  16. Serving a local congregation • Serve within a Team, but also find your factor X – play to your strengths • Be innovative • Stay in touch with the realities of your congregation • Seek opportunities to serve – do not wait to be asked.

  17. Serving a local congregation • Be flexible • Engage people and allow an open communication system • Empower others

  18. Practical Areas of Service within a local Congregation setting • Session/Church Council • Board of Management • Worship Team • Projects committee • Choir • Pastoral Team

  19. Practical Areas of Service within a local Congregation setting • Cell groups • Bible study • Building committee • Hospitality Team • Counseling Team • Finance committee

  20. Leadership in the Context of A Local Congregation Helping Families Thrive Presented by Dr. Amon Kasambala

  21. Group Discussion 3 Scripture Reading: 2 Peter 1:1-11 • What is the real cause of Ineffectiveness and unproductiveness in the local congregation? (study verses 5 -9) • How does this text apply to your life as a leader? What is the Lord speaking to you now?

  22. Making a difference in a Local Congregation • Develop a servant heart approach • Listen attentively • Strive for excellence – do not settle for the average • Set achievable goals • Think out of the box

  23. Making a difference in a Local Congregation • Develop a servant heart approach • Listen attentively • Strive for excellence – do not settle for the average • Set but achievable goals • Think out of the box

  24. Making a difference in a Local Congregation • Manage and lead people through change • Develop a servant attitude in your leadership (John 13) • Be ready at all times to serve (2 Tim 4:2)

  25. Leadership in the Context of A Local Congregation Helping Families Thrive Presented by Dr. Amon Kasambala

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