You are those who have stood by me in my trials. And I confer on you a kingdom, just as my Father conferred one on me, so that you may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom and sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel. Introduction The Importance of Effective Leaders Leaders are always present. In some sense, leadership is culturally defined and derived. Consider these questions.
Leadership is important because of what it brings to the group.
Leaders provide examples, direction, mentoring, modeling, spiritual guidance, teaching. Leaders hold us accountable, provide directions that encourage unity, guard and protect the church, answer critics, and shepherd. Regarding elders, they are feeders, shepherds, pastors, elders, decision makers, overseers, overlookers, coordinators, organizers. They represent Christ's authority. Leaders are important because they establish the atmosphere in a church.