The Moretzes met with the officers of the Melbourne Central Division today. It was a good encounter and one in which you just sensed the presence of God and the "unforced rhythms of grace." The subject was the "Essentials of Christian Leadership." The timing was right as was the message.
The officers here are beautiful people with hearts intent on serving Christ completely. I am honoured to be in their company.
2 Peter 3:11 (MSG)
11 Since everything here today might well be gone tomorrow, do you see how essential it is to live a holy life?
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"unforced rhythms fo grace"
This reminds me of Keith Banks, a lovely Man of God.
I really did enjoy the officer's day apart yesterday.
Many times I have heard people speak about "The Essentials of Christian Leadership" but this was the first time it impacted me in this way.
I have to admit I left with a few questions. My questions relate specifically to the point that "All Christian leaders should show integrity".
My questions are: What should I do if I feel I am not being treated with integrity within the 'Army"? What if I see someone else being treated unfairly by leadership?
Is it just a matter of making sure I do not make the same mistake myself? Or can I really be practical in doing something to make a change?
I would really like to hear your thoughts on this matter. Thanks.
I'm grateful for your interest. This is going to happen. The lesson to be learned is how this lack of integrity undermines the leadership and affects how you respond to the influence of the leader.
Galatians 6:1 gives direction for some of these cases. It depends in large measure on the nature of the inconsistency as to what we specifically do. Our own integrity demands that we act as we would expect Christ to do.
Can I also suggest that you take someone in confidence who has been in the role of your leader to see if personal perceptions are accurate? Misconceptions on our part are possible.
In the clear cut case of a leader who is treating us with a lack of integrity, we may need to question the person in a Christlike manner. This can be a mine field, however, so you will want to be cautious.
There are situations where prayer is always a part of the solution, and may be the only answer. Sometimes the reason we trust a leader is simply because we trust God for the leader.
You might like to read the recent article in the Officer Magazine by Major Wayne Ennis on conflict resolution. It had some pertinant things to say. GB
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