Wounded Leaders

Whenever we are in relationships to give counsel, or in leadership, we can lead the way in being honest about our struggles. If we present ourselves as more holy than we are, then those we lead will present themselves as better than they are, or become discouraged by their weakness. Let our leadership challenge others to be honest and sincere in their struggle rather than successful in appearance. Let us reveal our need as we serve others, so that they may know that every member of the Body is important and needed by the others.

We have heard it said that the only healer is a wounded healer. It's true also for leaders. It is out of our brokenness that we reveal the power and love of God to others. We cannot give what we have not received.