Introduction to Laws of

LeadershipLesson 1 Leadership, Teamwork and

Stewardship

Two facts about Laws of Leadership1. Leadership requires the ability to do more

than one thing well.2. No leader does all 21 Laws of Leadership well.

Ask Yourself These Questions

Where am I as leader today?What areas of my leadership have taken for granted and need to sharpen?What is the one thing that is holding back the dream of God has put on my heart?

Some Things Never Change

Always remember these ideas:1. The Laws of Leadership can be learned. Some are

easier to understand and apply than others, but everyone of them can be required.

2. The Laws can stand alone . Each law complements all others, but you don’t need one in order to learn another.

3. The Laws carry consequences with them. Apply the laws and people will follow you. Violate or ignore them and you will not be able to lead others.

4. These Laws are the foundation effective leadership. Once you learn the principles, you have to practice them and apply them to your life.

5. The Laws are not based on culture , gender or age. Whatever a leader’s culture , age or gender, the Laws are applicable.

6. The Laws stand the age of time. Generation after generation , the Laws are unchanging.

The Leadership JourneyThe Apostle Paul was a leader with exceptional skills and resolute obedience to the vision he had received from God, but a godly heart was clearly the foundation of his leadership.

As you begin your study of the Laws of

Leadership, keep these guidelines in mind.1. The study and application of the Laws of

Leadership will require test and tenacity.2. Learning the Laws will require a daily

commitment to personal and professional growth.

3. Applying the Law will require a willingness to admit weaknesses and to embrace change

4. The laws will touch every key area of a leader’s life, shaping or her in three key dimensions.• Spiritual Formation• Skill Formation• Strategic Formation

A spiritually healthy leader must be strong in the following arenas:1. Relationship with God.2. Prayer and devotional life.3. Christ-centered living.4. Integrity.5. Courage6. Commitment

7. Ethics and Core values8. Love for others.9. Passion to make a difference10. Heart of a servant.

Practical leadership skills1. Communication skills2. Relational Skills3. Listening Skills4. Attitude tenacity5. Self-discipline

6. Motivational Skills7. Conflict resolution skills.8. Vision casting9.Creating a legacy beyond his / her generation.10. Moving from success to significance

God-Given dreams and Teamwork

A leader’s God-given dream is such a vital part of the leadership journey.Spiritual formation ( intimacy with God) is so crucial to the birth of a vision.