Become the Legacy Leader You Were Meant To Be

John Maxwell's Commentary (paraphrased):
You and I were born to lead. Take a look at five observations that suggest our leadership potential:
1- We were created to lead. We were created differently than the animals of the earth. We were created with an intelligence and spirituality that the animals do not possess.
2- Both men and women have been given the ability and authority to lead. Leadership is not gender specific.
3- We are to rule over the earth, but not necessarily over each other. History is largely the story of how men and women have perverted their roles by trying to rule each other.
4- All of us are to serve one another in the areas of our gifting and purpose. Everything was created for a purpose. Our general purpose is to lead, but each of us should seek our more specific purposes.
5- Each person's leadership is best exercised in his or her areas of giftedness. When we discover our gifts, we will naturally lead in those areas where we are most productive, intuitive, comfortable, influential, and satisfied.

Mike's Thoughts:
I (and you, too) am to be a leader and I am to use my talents to be an effective leader. Men and women were not made to RULE over each other, but to serve each other as leaders in each of our areas of strength and purpose. All of us have natural ability to lead in different areas or circumstances. It is important that I understand what my strengths are and seek to use them to positively lead others when appropriate and create enduring legacies for future generations.

Mike's Action Points:
1- I will honor others by being a positive leader.
2- I will honor and respect the leadership of others, male and female.
3- I will seek revelation as to my strengths and purpose for my life.
4- I will step forward as a leader when it is appropriate.