Inner Man Chapter 27 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

According to Quinton Hogg, what is the cost of every great achievement?

Not very much, simply one man's lifeblood

List the six costs of being a leader.

Self-sacrifice, Loneliness, Fatigue, Criticism, Rejection, Pressure and Perplexity

Which part of the price of leadership must be paid every day?

Self-sacrifice

What is the absolute demand that God makes on leaders?

We ought to lay down our lives for the brethren Signup and view all the answers

List two verses that tell of Christ's total self-sacrifice.

1 John 3:16; Mark 10:44-45 Signup and view all the answers

What are the marks of true spiritual leadership?

Scars Signup and view all the answers

Why is the way of a leader lonely?

He must always be ahead of his followers and make difficult decisions. He should be friendly but he may need to stand alone with God. Signup and view all the answers

List examples of the Bible's lonely leaders.

Moses, Enoch, Jonah, Paul Signup and view all the answers

True or False: The wise leader will seize every legitimate opportunity for recreation. Why or why not?

True Signup and view all the answers

If a man is to make an impression on his generation, what must he be willing to do?

To pay the price of fatigue Signup and view all the answers

Explain the following statement: 'There is no virtue in flogging the tired horse to death.'

A leader must be willing to work to the point of fatigue. However, he must also be careful to take care of his God-given human body so that he can continue to do the tasks God has called him to do. Abusing his body does not make a leader more spiritual. Signup and view all the answers

How is humility most clearly seen?

In how a leader accepts and reacts to criticism Signup and view all the answers

Which of the B-attitudes are necessary to handle criticism properly?

Meek & poor in spirit (Matt. 5:3,5) Signup and view all the answers

Know the story of Drs. J. Gregory Mantle and A. B. Simpson.

Dr. J. Gregory Mantle's ministerial struggle led to a recognition that that acceptance comes after rejection. A. B. Simpson learned perseverance despite abandonment and established significant missionary influence posthumously. Signup and view all the answers

What unusual statement does Sanders make about knowing God's will?

He says that God often seems to make his guidance less clear for the spiritual leader; the tangible evidence of his guidance may be less as time passes and the leader becomes more spiritually mature. Signup and view all the answers

What is Christ's definition of leadership?

To serve Signup and view all the answers

How does leadership in the spiritual realm differ from leadership in the world?

In the secular world, leaders are served by the people under them. In the spiritual realm, leaders serve the people under them. Signup and view all the answers

Why did God choose Joshua to lead Israel?

Because he was a faithful servant Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Costs and Demands of Leadership

Every great achievement requires "one man's lifeblood" as stated by Quinton Hogg.
Six costs of being a leader: self-sacrifice, loneliness, fatigue, criticism, rejection, and pressure.
Self-sacrifice is the daily price of leadership.
The ultimate demand from God for leaders is to lay down their lives for others.

Biblical Principles of Self-Sacrifice

Notable verses highlighting Christ's self-sacrifice: I John 3:16; Mark 10:44-45.
Marks of true spiritual leadership are represented by scars.

Characteristics of Leadership

The loneliness of leadership stems from the necessity of making tough decisions and being ahead of followers.
Examples of lonely biblical leaders include Moses, Enoch, Jonah, and Paul.
Wise leaders recognize the importance of recreation; neglecting rest can hinder their ministry effectiveness.

Fatigue and Leadership

To make a significant impact, a leader must be willing to endure fatigue.
"There is no virtue in flogging the tired horse to death," emphasizes the importance of caring for one's body while working hard for God.

Handling Criticism

Humility is most visible in a leader's response to criticism.
The "B-attitudes" essential for managing criticism include being meek and poor in spirit (Matt. 5:3,5).

Stories of Rejection and Acceptance

Dr. J. Gregory Mantle illustrates a minister's journey through rejection leading to a fruitful ministry after understanding acceptance by God.
A.B. Simpson experienced rejection when he left a comfortable position; he later thrived, establishing multiple missionary schools and churches.

Spiritual Maturity and Guidance

Sanders notes that God's guidance can appear less clear as spiritual leaders grow more mature, indicating a complex relationship with divine direction.

Definitions and Differences in Leadership

Christ defines leadership as serving others, contrasting secular leadership where leaders are typically served by their followers.
Joshua was chosen by God to lead Israel for being a faithful servant.

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Explore key concepts from Chapter 27 of 'The Inner Man' through these flashcards. Test your understanding of leadership costs and the personal sacrifices involved in great achievements. Ideal for students seeking to solidify their knowledge in leadership themes.