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It’s funny how trends work. They are temporary, but in the moment they seem like eternal necessities. Mom, I HAVE to have those certain sneakers…or clothing.
To keep this short, recently I’ve noticed a huge trend on leading through your weaknesses or being so open as to let people know your insecurities and fears, etc. While I really do see the value of being honest and transparent with the people following you, I think leaders need to be wise in what and how they share.
For instance, if William Wallace (Braveheart) said something like “follow me into battle…but, I’m not really strong and not really good at holding this sword and make sure you all get around me because I really can’t do this…” I’m pretty sure things turn out a little different. Let’s take a biblical example, David. David was strong, even when he was a scrawny kid. He was confident in his relationship with God, he was confident in his abilities to fight with a sling, he knew God would watch over him, he didn’t waiver. He didn’t say, “I’m not real big, I’m not real strong, so if you all think it’s a good idea, I’m gonna try to get this mean giant guy.” No, it was more like “show me this big goon, so I can kick his tail in the name of God.”
Lesson: no one wants to follow someone who’s unsure of their abilities or justification for being in a position of leadership. People want to know that you’ve got the wheel, it’s going to be ok and that you’re strong enough to complete the task and win. If you’re leading a ministry, they want to know that you have the chops to lead them and that you have the relationship with God that will allow you to draw on His strength for success.
So, yes, be transparent, let them know how you will lean on God, let them know where you need them to help you…what areas you’re not as good in and what you’re working on. BUT, also let them feel that you are strong enough, capable enough, dedicated enough and brave enough to lead them through and help them win.
In God’s strength, lead with confidence.

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