If you aspire to be a leader…If you currently have a leadership post…If you wonder how you’re doing as a leader, here are some points to consider (random and not exhaustive), especially for those serving the church world.

• The only person to fear is the Holy Spirit.
  
• Weigh carefully every “yes” and every “no.”
  
• Be ready to say at any time, “I messed up.”
  
• Expect disappointment, but don’t let it root bitterness.
  
• Going to bed angry is always a bad choice.
• You will never regret praying.
• Professional Counselors are your friends.
  
• Your weaknesses aren’t meant to bring you shame. They are reminders that you shouldn’t go it alone.
  
• Horizontal affirmation will never be enough.
  
• When you think you’ve communicated something well, ask yourself, “Did Grandma get that?”
• God determines when you’re done.
  
• The broader your reading the deeper your growth.
  
• Your awe of God level produces your peace and contentment level.
  
• Arrive prepared. Confess if you aren’t.
  
• Assume you can always build more trust.
  
• Thank the person or group who discovered the solution.
  
• Believe someone else is the smartest person in the room.
• You must meet people where they in order to lead them where they need to go.