Ten Traits of a Humble Leader
Sep 20, 2019 22:00:18 #
Ten Traits of a Humble Leader
September 20, 2019 | Moses Y. Lee
There are ten easily observable common traits of leaders who demonstrate humility, in contrast to those who demonstrate pride. As we all guard our hearts against the pervasive allures of pride and, for leaders especially, the toxic temptations of power, it’s good to be able to reflect on which of these traits mark our own lives as we confess and seek God's assistance to be able to change.
Humble Leaders vs. Arrogant Leaders
1) Humble leaders tend to share their resources, whether in want or in plenty. Arrogant leaders tend to hoard their resources, unwilling to share unless they get something in return.
2) Humble leaders tend to be bridge-builders, refusing to demonize or neglect the “other.” Arrogant leaders tend to work alone, refusing to partner with others—especially those who hold differing views.
3) Humble leaders tend to ignore gossip, being wise enough to know there’s always another side to the story. Arrogant leaders tend to spread and entertain gossip, always wanting to hear the worst of others to make themselves feel better.
4) Humble leaders tend to be king-makers, without clamoring to be kings themselves. Arrogant leaders tend to be attention-seekers, preferring to burn bridges or arrive with guns blazing if they don’t get their way.
5) Humble leaders tend to celebrate others’ accomplishments and not their own. Arrogant leaders tend to disregard other people’s accomplishments if it doesn’t serve their agenda.
6) Humble leaders tend to give the benefit of the doubt, knowing that nobody is always at their best. Arrogant leaders tend to assume the worst, unable to see the logs in their own eyes.
7) Humble leaders tend to appreciate nuance, since they know they’ve been wrong many times before. Arrogant leaders tend to be exceedingly black and white, unwilling to consider contrary views.
8) Humble leaders tend to be empathetic, often prioritizing people over ideas. Arrogant leaders tend to be rigid, unable to receive constructive criticism.
9) Humble leaders tend to welcome accountability, for they know how much they need it. Arrogant leaders tend to reject accountability, finding it a nuisance or waste of time.
10) Humble leaders tend to own up to their mistakes, since they know they’re far from perfect. Arrogant leaders tend to blame others for their shortcomings or failures, unwilling to acknowledge their own sinful tendencies.
Christ the Perfect Leader
This list is somewhat overwhelming. How will I ever become a humble leader?
The beauty of the gospel is that, in Jesus, we already have the perfect model of humble leadership. He is not just a role model to look up to; he’s the image we’re being conformed to, by the power of the Holy Spirit within us.
TGC The Gospel Coalition
September 20, 2019 | Moses Y. Lee
There are ten easily observable common traits of leaders who demonstrate humility, in contrast to those who demonstrate pride. As we all guard our hearts against the pervasive allures of pride and, for leaders especially, the toxic temptations of power, it’s good to be able to reflect on which of these traits mark our own lives as we confess and seek God's assistance to be able to change.
Humble Leaders vs. Arrogant Leaders
1) Humble leaders tend to share their resources, whether in want or in plenty. Arrogant leaders tend to hoard their resources, unwilling to share unless they get something in return.
2) Humble leaders tend to be bridge-builders, refusing to demonize or neglect the “other.” Arrogant leaders tend to work alone, refusing to partner with others—especially those who hold differing views.
3) Humble leaders tend to ignore gossip, being wise enough to know there’s always another side to the story. Arrogant leaders tend to spread and entertain gossip, always wanting to hear the worst of others to make themselves feel better.
4) Humble leaders tend to be king-makers, without clamoring to be kings themselves. Arrogant leaders tend to be attention-seekers, preferring to burn bridges or arrive with guns blazing if they don’t get their way.
5) Humble leaders tend to celebrate others’ accomplishments and not their own. Arrogant leaders tend to disregard other people’s accomplishments if it doesn’t serve their agenda.
6) Humble leaders tend to give the benefit of the doubt, knowing that nobody is always at their best. Arrogant leaders tend to assume the worst, unable to see the logs in their own eyes.
7) Humble leaders tend to appreciate nuance, since they know they’ve been wrong many times before. Arrogant leaders tend to be exceedingly black and white, unwilling to consider contrary views.
8) Humble leaders tend to be empathetic, often prioritizing people over ideas. Arrogant leaders tend to be rigid, unable to receive constructive criticism.
9) Humble leaders tend to welcome accountability, for they know how much they need it. Arrogant leaders tend to reject accountability, finding it a nuisance or waste of time.
10) Humble leaders tend to own up to their mistakes, since they know they’re far from perfect. Arrogant leaders tend to blame others for their shortcomings or failures, unwilling to acknowledge their own sinful tendencies.
Christ the Perfect Leader
This list is somewhat overwhelming. How will I ever become a humble leader?
The beauty of the gospel is that, in Jesus, we already have the perfect model of humble leadership. He is not just a role model to look up to; he’s the image we’re being conformed to, by the power of the Holy Spirit within us.
TGC The Gospel Coalition
Sep 20, 2019 22:38:14 #
Sep 21, 2019 03:05:03 #
Those ten characteristics are indeed awe-inspiring, Canuckus.
Anyone who aspired to them long term would be well on his way to becoming humbled.
Anyone who aspired to them long term would be well on his way to becoming humbled.
Canuckus Deploracus wrote:
Excellent 
Sep 21, 2019 10:16:31 #
Zemirah wrote:
Those ten characteristics are indeed awe-inspiring, Canuckus.
Anyone who aspired to them long term would be well on his way to becoming humbled.
Anyone who aspired to them long term would be well on his way to becoming humbled.
Amen and Amen
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