PRINCIPLE OF LEADERSHIP - DELEGATION
Exodus 18:21
But select from all the people some capable, honest men who fear God and hate bribes. Appoint them as leaders over groups of one thousand, one hundred, fifty, and ten.
One man that cannot be overlooked as we study the book of Exodus is Jethro, the priest of Midian, the father-in-law to Moses. He was a special kind of man, highly principled, full of kindness and wisdom.
He was not of the fold of Israel, however he had a Godly character. He was referred to as the priest of Midian, however referring to how his daughters (seven of them) were treated when they went to get water, we can conclude that he or his message was not accepted by the people of Midian.
Exodus 2:16-17
Now the priest of Midian had seven daughters who came as usual to draw water and fill the water troughs for their father’s flocks.
But some other shepherds came and chased them away. So Moses jumped up and rescued the girls from the shepherds. Then he drew water for their flocks.
(Stories of Jethro, the conflict of, or multiple names exist in the bible and other religions books)
However, our interest in this study is his character and knowledge of leadership.
This man welcomed Moses a stranger into his house and went ahead to take care of him, then gave his daughter to him for marriage. He was like a father to Moses.
Now having heard of how God gave Moses victory, he left his comfort zone to bring Moses wife and children to him in the wilderness. This was really kind of him.
Yet still as we look at leadership, we see Jethro's advise to Moses - DELEGATION, the principle of leadership. For without this principle, the leaders wear themselves out.
Exodus 18:14-18
When Moses’ father-in-law saw all that Moses was doing for the people, he asked, “What are you really accomplishing here? Why are you trying to do all this alone while everyone stands around you from morning till evening?”
Moses replied, “Because the people come to me to get a ruling from God.
When a dispute arises, they come to me, and I am the one who settles the case between the quarreling parties. I inform the people of God’s decrees and give them his instructions.”
“This is not good!” Moses’ father-in-law exclaimed.
“You’re going to wear yourself out—and the people, too. This job is too heavy a burden for you to handle all by yourself.
And this is the principle:
Exodus 18:19-23
Now listen to me, and let me give you a word of advice, and may God be with you. You should continue to be the people’s representative before God, bringing their disputes to him.
Teach them God’s decrees, and give them his instructions. Show them how to conduct their lives.
But select from all the people some capable, honest men who fear God and hate bribes. Appoint them as leaders over groups of one thousand, one hundred, fifty, and ten.
They should always be available to solve the people’s common disputes, but have them bring the major cases to you. Let the leaders decide the smaller matters themselves. They will help you carry the load, making the task easier for you.
If you follow this advice, and if God commands you to do so, then you will be able to endure the pressures, and all these people will go home in peace.”
Moses accepted this advice:
Exodus 18:24-26
Moses listened to his father-in-law’s advice and followed his suggestions.
He chose capable men from all over Israel and appointed them as leaders over the people. He put them in charge of groups of one thousand, one hundred, fifty, and ten.
These men were always available to solve the people’s common disputes. They brought the major cases to Moses, but they took care of the smaller matters themselves.
All successful leaders today follow this principle, for without proper delegation, success is a mirage. The right people must be placed in the right places for success to be achieved. One must shun sentiments in this matter, listen:
Exodus 18:21
But select from all the people some capable, honest men who fear God and hate bribes. Appoint them as leaders over groups of one thousand, one hundred, fifty, and ten.
Now compare with 1Timothy 3:1-13.
Our leaders today must remember this that they may be accounted as successful. For your team determines the extent of your success.
As it plays out in secular leadership so also in the church. What criteria do we use to appoint leaders? It is wise to follow the 1Timothy 3 :1-13 recommendation.
Remember, for the believer all leadership is spiritual for they will all account to God.
Today we intercede for all our leaders, that the Good Lord will release wisdom to them, they will delegate wisely and lead aright. Their decisions will please God and bring joy and prosperity to the people. Help us Good Lord.
We will lead aright.
He calls us blessed.
Love
@the watcher
But select from all the people some capable, honest men who fear God and hate bribes. Appoint them as leaders over groups of one thousand, one hundred, fifty, and ten.
One man that cannot be overlooked as we study the book of Exodus is Jethro, the priest of Midian, the father-in-law to Moses. He was a special kind of man, highly principled, full of kindness and wisdom.
He was not of the fold of Israel, however he had a Godly character. He was referred to as the priest of Midian, however referring to how his daughters (seven of them) were treated when they went to get water, we can conclude that he or his message was not accepted by the people of Midian.
Exodus 2:16-17
Now the priest of Midian had seven daughters who came as usual to draw water and fill the water troughs for their father’s flocks.
But some other shepherds came and chased them away. So Moses jumped up and rescued the girls from the shepherds. Then he drew water for their flocks.
(Stories of Jethro, the conflict of, or multiple names exist in the bible and other religions books)
However, our interest in this study is his character and knowledge of leadership.
This man welcomed Moses a stranger into his house and went ahead to take care of him, then gave his daughter to him for marriage. He was like a father to Moses.
Now having heard of how God gave Moses victory, he left his comfort zone to bring Moses wife and children to him in the wilderness. This was really kind of him.
Yet still as we look at leadership, we see Jethro's advise to Moses - DELEGATION, the principle of leadership. For without this principle, the leaders wear themselves out.
Exodus 18:14-18
When Moses’ father-in-law saw all that Moses was doing for the people, he asked, “What are you really accomplishing here? Why are you trying to do all this alone while everyone stands around you from morning till evening?”
Moses replied, “Because the people come to me to get a ruling from God.
When a dispute arises, they come to me, and I am the one who settles the case between the quarreling parties. I inform the people of God’s decrees and give them his instructions.”
“This is not good!” Moses’ father-in-law exclaimed.
“You’re going to wear yourself out—and the people, too. This job is too heavy a burden for you to handle all by yourself.
And this is the principle:
Exodus 18:19-23
Now listen to me, and let me give you a word of advice, and may God be with you. You should continue to be the people’s representative before God, bringing their disputes to him.
Teach them God’s decrees, and give them his instructions. Show them how to conduct their lives.
But select from all the people some capable, honest men who fear God and hate bribes. Appoint them as leaders over groups of one thousand, one hundred, fifty, and ten.
They should always be available to solve the people’s common disputes, but have them bring the major cases to you. Let the leaders decide the smaller matters themselves. They will help you carry the load, making the task easier for you.
If you follow this advice, and if God commands you to do so, then you will be able to endure the pressures, and all these people will go home in peace.”
Moses accepted this advice:
Exodus 18:24-26
Moses listened to his father-in-law’s advice and followed his suggestions.
He chose capable men from all over Israel and appointed them as leaders over the people. He put them in charge of groups of one thousand, one hundred, fifty, and ten.
These men were always available to solve the people’s common disputes. They brought the major cases to Moses, but they took care of the smaller matters themselves.
All successful leaders today follow this principle, for without proper delegation, success is a mirage. The right people must be placed in the right places for success to be achieved. One must shun sentiments in this matter, listen:
Exodus 18:21
But select from all the people some capable, honest men who fear God and hate bribes. Appoint them as leaders over groups of one thousand, one hundred, fifty, and ten.
Now compare with 1Timothy 3:1-13.
Our leaders today must remember this that they may be accounted as successful. For your team determines the extent of your success.
As it plays out in secular leadership so also in the church. What criteria do we use to appoint leaders? It is wise to follow the 1Timothy 3 :1-13 recommendation.
Remember, for the believer all leadership is spiritual for they will all account to God.
Today we intercede for all our leaders, that the Good Lord will release wisdom to them, they will delegate wisely and lead aright. Their decisions will please God and bring joy and prosperity to the people. Help us Good Lord.
We will lead aright.
He calls us blessed.
Love
@the watcher
Amen
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