THE NEEDED SKILLS



Not every faithful servant will make a good leader. FAITHFULNESS is definitely as a per-requisite for being a leader but it is not the only PER-REQUISITE.
Being placed in lead
The church tends to promote on a first-come first-serve basis. Just because someone has seniority does not mean that he is the most capable for the job. It is not lack of loyalty to place someone in as the leader. In fact it is extremely unfair to place a person in a position that will bring about certain failure.
Workers and helpers should be selected because they have the needed skills. Similarly, leaders need to be selected because they have the needed skills. To be one or the other is not a matter of superiority. It is simply a matter of capabilities. A person will function best in the areas of his capabilities.
One of the easiest ways to prevent competition for status is to express genuine appreciation to workers at all levels. Be sure they know they are appreciated for their particular capabilities. Give honor to all of them for their accomplishment.
When placing someone in a leadership position, it is good to communicate to other workers why this person was selected. Be sure your decision is based on skills, not levels of performance. When someone becomes offended, simply point out his own qualities and strengths and how suited he is in his present role.
If they desire a leadership role, train them; begin giving them responsibilities to develop those skills. If they find the training or the responsibilities unpleasant, they will probably change their mind about waiting the position. If not, be honest about their skills. Again try to point out why they should be doing what they are doing instead of pointing out of what they cannot do.
rship position only to fail has destroyed many faithful fulfilled people. Not every person has the skills to lead others. In fact behavioral patterns that are very compliant do not make good leaders

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