True leadership is an internal quality of the spirit and requires no external show of force. It is much easier to keep the peace than to make peace where it has been shattered. An important function in leadership is conciliation - the ability to discover common ground between opposing viewpoints and then induce both parties to accept it. Leaders must expect opposition and not be offended by it. A leader will not long retain his position if he is vacillating.
Pessimism is no asset to a leader.
These desirable qualities were all present in their fullness in the every day character of our Lord, and if we want more of God, then we should make it our constant prayer that these qualities might more rapidly be incorporated into our own personality. I must confess to you that I have to work of some of these qualities every day, in order to become a better leader, if I want more of God in my life. Now let me share with you some areas in our Christian walk that we need to correct, if we want the enclosed desirable qualities manifested in our lives. God is requiring that we substantially increase our time in personal prayer, in intercession and in the Word of God. He is requiring us to come into a deeper intimacy with Him.