Its late, but hey I can’t sleep so I thought I’d put up these twenty six characteristics of a true leader that are from John MacArthur’s book named “Called to lead”. Its been a question in my heart for awhile what makes a true leader, I think of my life and can’t really think of any good examples, I’ve often seen men too controlling or to the other extreme where they just don’t care and don’t join in, neither to me is what a leader is, so I thought I’d buy a book. This was often a subject that I would ignore when I’d walk into Koorong, if i walked past the leadership section, I’d think… ha not me!!! I might not be a leader of any sort at the moment, but this won’t stop me for aiming to develop leadership like qualities, and thats what I’d like to do, something I’ve been ignoring but now I feel I need look into this and start working towards it. So here it is, the 26 qualities of a true leader:

1.    A leader is trustworthy
2.    A leader takes the initiative
3.    A leader uses good judgement
4.    A leader speaks with authority
5.    A leader strengthens others
6.    A leader is optimistic and enthusiastic
7.    A leader never compromises the absolutes
8.    A leader focuses on objectives, not obstacles
9.    A leader empowers by example
10.  A leader cultivates loyalty
11.  A leader has empathy for others
12.  A leader keeps a clear conscience
13.  A leader is definite and decisive
14.  A leader knows when to change his mind
15.  A leader does not abuse his authority
16.  A leader doesn’t abdicate his role in the face of opposition
17.  A leader is sure of his calling
18.  A leader knows his own limitations
19.  A leader is resilient
20.  A leader is passionate
21.  A leader is courageous
22.  A leader is discerning
23.  A leader is disciplined
24.  A leader is energetic
25.  A leader knows how to delegate
26.  A leader is Christlike

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