Bible Verses About leadership
Scripture answer
Biblical leadership is service in the shape of a cross. These verses ground leaders in humility, courage, and integrity.
Start with Mark 10:42-45, Proverbs 11:14, Proverbs 29:2; read each passage in its chapter.
Mark 10:42-45
Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant... For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve.
Read in contextProverbs 11:14
For lack of guidance a nation falls, but victory is won through many advisers.
Read in contextProverbs 29:2
When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice.
Read in context1 Peter 5:2-3
Be shepherds of God's flock... not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock.
Read in contextJoshua 1:9
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid... for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.
Read in contextJames 3:1
Not many of you should become teachers... because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly.
Read in contextTitus 1:7-9
Since an overseer manages God's household, he must be blameless... hospitable, one who loves what is good.
Read in contextMatthew 20:26
Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant.
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