Transformational leadership, as stated by Kaningo uses empowerment as a strategy with the objective of changing the follower's core attitudes, beliefs and values. This approach is not only ethical, it is biblical. Lasting behavioral change emanates from the heart, the seat of one's beliefs, values, attitudes and motives. Change the heart and you change the person's behavior. The extent to which the leader is permitted to lead is directly proportional to the credibility the leader has with those being led.
People follow leaders for one of five reasons.
The follow because they have to, because of what the leader has done for the organization or organism, because of what the leader has done for them, because of who the leader is or because of what the leader represents. The researcher would add that who you are in Christ will determine your effectiveness as a Christian leader. This web page was developed by the Office of Communications and Marketing at Bethel College and Seminary.