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?
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List two verses that tell of Christ's total self-sacrifice.
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What are the marks of true spiritual leadership?
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Why is the way of a leader lonely?
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List examples of the Bible's lonely leaders.
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True or False: The wise leader will seize every legitimate opportunity for recreation. Why or why not?
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If a man is to make an impression on his generation, what must he be willing to do?
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Explain the following statement: 'There is no virtue in flogging the tired horse to death.'
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How is humility most clearly seen?
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Which of the B-attitudes are necessary to handle criticism properly?
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Know the story of Drs. J. Gregory Mantle and A. B. Simpson.
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What unusual statement does Sanders make about knowing God's will?
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What is Christ's definition of leadership?
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How does leadership in the spiritual realm differ from leadership in the world?
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Why did God choose Joshua to lead Israel?
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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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