‘Imitation for leaders’ Ch 8: Avoid Being Overly Familiar
Don’t just open up to everyone (Ecclesiastes 7:22). Instead, confide in those who are wise and God-fearing. Treat confidentiality seriously. Steer clear of taking the advice of too many inexperienced people or those who …
‘Imitation’ for Leaders Ch. 7: Don’t prop yourself; serve others
Vain is the person who counts on the success of his life arising from what other people can give, or by the stuff he can buy or grab (Jeremiah 17:5). Instead of building your life up on these things, be warmed by stoopi…
‘Imitation’ for Modern Leaders Ch. 6: Unconstrained Desires
When a person desires a thing too much, they quickly become uncomfortable and ill-focussed. Such a selfish and covetous person doesn’t sleep well at night. But someone who is poor, grateful, and humbly content within the…
‘Imitation’ Ch. 5: Leading from the Source
Read the Bible for the right reason! Seek wisdom, not just fancy words for prayer, the ability to parrot a memorized verse, or to develop a so-called language of ‘Christian-ease’ (Romans 15:4). God is not impressed with …
Imitation Chapter 4: Prudence: Patiently waiting before action
James 3:2 We get it wrong nearly every time we open our mouths. If you could find someone whose speech was perfectly true, you’d have a perfect person, in perfect control of life.
Imitation: Chapter 3: THE TRUTH ABOUT TRUTH
Psalm 94:2 God, put an end to evil; avenging God, show your colors! Judge of the earth, Take your stand; throw the book at the arrogant.
Be Humble and Kind, especially re: Your self-opinion
Ecclesiastes 1:13 I applied my mind to study and to explore by wisdom all that is done under the heavens. What a heavy burden God has laid on mankind!
Having a Humble Opinion of Self
John 8:12 No one who follows me stumbles around in the darkness. I provide plenty of light to live in.”
The Imitation of Christ for Modern Leaders
Looking for ancient words to speak into modern leadership? In a way that only takes a brief part of your day? Here it is: ‘The Imitation of Christ.’ I intend to provide an updated chapter once a week until all 96 chapter…
