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When leaders consistently dedicate themselves to the purposes of the group rather than to the enhancement of their own power, they demonstrate authenticity. Authenticity establishes credibility and sustains supporters’ faith in leaders.

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By Matt Lyons on June 27, 2017

Previous ArticleLeaders do not need answers.
Leaders must have the right questions.

It is easy to let problems worsen from neglect while focusing on other and easier subjects. Hayim Herring and Terri Martinson Elton pose these questions to help churches discover if they have this dilemma.

Are you a part of a congregation that has regularly scheduled meetings with reappearing agenda items?
Do critical issues languish for months at a time because they are not given due focus?

Want more Right Questions? Read Right Questions for Church Leaders.

Next Article Leaders do not need answers.
Leaders must have the right questions.

It is easy to let problems worsen from neglect while focusing on other and easier subjects. Hayim Herring and Terri Martinson Elton pose these questions to help churches discover if they have this dilemma.

Are you a part of a congregation that has regularly scheduled meetings with reappearing agenda items? Do critical issues languish for months at a time because they are not given due focus?

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Matt Lyons

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