I sat at a recent conference and listened as CJ Mahaney preached about leadership. During the message he said, "We should be both amazed and humbled that God has called us to shepherd His flock." We should be amazed because, to be quite frank about it, we aren't much to look at. And we should be humbled for the exact same reason. It was very good for me to be reminded of this and it made me even more grateful for our church's leadership. At SHF, we're not just looking to train and raise up leaders who are talented or gifted. These things are important, but they are not adequate in themselves. We also want leaders who are obviously and openly pursuing humility. Leaders who are growing in love for the Savior and for the local church. Leaders who are grateful for the gospel and eager to serve. Leaders who are still amazed by grace. As part of our 1 Peter series I'll be preaching this Sunday about humble leadership... something we hold dear.
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