Servant Leadership Workshop MIKE McGUFFEE Ministerial Leadership Healthy Church Group C.S.B.C. nerstone International Christian Church La Puente CA
Feb 25, 2016
Servant Leadership Workshop
MIKE McGUFFEEMinisterial LeadershipHealthy Church Group
C.S.B.C.
Cornerstone International Christian Church La Puente CA
Servant Leadership… In too many churches today, head tables have replaced the towel and the wash-basin as symbols of leadership among God’s people.
Those who lead in God’s
Kingdom should lead
from a kneeling position,
dressed like a
servant, meeting
the needs of those
who follow them.
Leadership is the sphere of influence which inspires people to follow the leader in the attainment of mutually agreed upon goals.
The leader gives leadership by providing both the influence and inspiration that causes people to want to follow.
We understand servant leadership by looking at Jesus’ life. Jesus came as a servant:“who, although He existed in the form of
God, did not regard equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied Himself,
taking the form of a bond-servant, and being made in the likeness of men.”
Philippians 2:6-7
Servant Leadership…
God’s greatest oxymoron!
Oxymorons
Military IntelligenceExact estimateJumbo shrimpCloset exhibitionistAirline foodSoft rockFound missingPretty ugly
Working vacationState workerAlone togetherGovernment organizationGenuine imitationLegally drunkPassive aggressive
What, then, is a servant leader?
A servant leader is one who sees the needs of people and sets out to meet some of those needs.
Serving Christ As Lord
Doulos – Bond Slave — Our primary relationship to our Lord. This takes care of the vertical relationship.
Diakonos – Servant/Minister — Our relationship to those around us. This takes care of our horizontal relationship.
Biblical Qualifications Enhance Servant Leadership
1 Timothy 3…Christian dedication (3:8)Truthfulness in speech (3:8)Disciplined Christian living (3:8)Integrity in Christian conduct (3:9)Proven spiritual maturity (3:10)Christian family life (3:12)
Ministry Actions
Personally care for people.Exercise encouragement.Partner with other caregivers.Model a sacrificial spirit.Train for effective ministry.Organize for effective ministry.
The Seven Principles of Servant Leadership
Servant leaders humble themselves and wait for God to exalt them. Luke 14:7-11
Servant leaders follow Jesus rather than seek a position. Mark 10:32-40
Servant leaders give up personal rights to find greatness in service to others. Mark 10:41-45
The Seven Principlesof Servant Leadership
Servant leaders can risk serving others because they trust that God is in control of their lives. John 13:3
Servant leaders take up Jesus’ towel of servanthood to meet the needs of others. John 13:4-11
The Seven Principlesof Servant Leadership
Servant leaders share their responsibility and authority with others to meet a greater need. Acts 6:1-6
Servant leaders multiply their leadership by empowering others to lead. Exodus 18:17-23
A Basic Definitionof Leadership
A leaderis a
PERSON
PEOPLE
whoinfluences
DOING! PURPOSE
to accomplish
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Church Growth…The result of God’s supernatural work through His people to accomplish His Kingdom’s purposes and of God’s people obeying His will and His word in the world.
Kingdom Principles
A Healthy Church
Is multi-dimensional Glorifies GodReproduces through evangelismProduces disciplesEnables its members to exercise their
spiritual gifts
A Healthy Church
Relates positively to its environmentIs open to changeAssimilates newcomersTrusts God
Rick Warren & Leith Anderson
Balanced Church Growth
Numerical growthSpiritual growthMinistries expansionMissions
Characteristics ofGrowth Leaders
Commitment to God’s leading Openness to proper change God size vision for the future Faith filled boldness Willingness to work in a team Living faith in God’s abilities Unselfish spirit Great Commission world view
Spiritual Growth…The process of cooperating with Christ in developing and living out Christ-likeness.
Ephesians 4:13
Spiritual Growth Principles
Is NOT inevitableTakes timeIs measured by God’s standardsIs intentionalOccurs rapidly and slowly
Can’t be kept a secretMakes use of good and bad timesStarts in present realityMotivated by a commitment to our Lord.
Areas of Spiritual Growth
Personal relationship to GodPersonal and corporate worshipHonoring others in interpersonal
relationshipsMinistry motivationChristian stewardship
Growth in Relationship to God
In being set apart to God as the priority of our life.
In being controlled by the Spirit of God.In developing spiritual fruit.In having the mind of Christ.In sharing in the mission of Christ.
Servant Leadership…Servant Leadership is recognizing God and others as MORE important than ourselves.
Serving God by serving others…
“Be kindly affectionate one to another with brotherly love; in honor giving preference one to another.”
Romans 12:10
Values That Motivate UsMaterial
possessionsPublic recognitionPleasing someoneSense of
accomplishmentBeing a good
personInner harmonyFriendshipConcern for family
CompetitionBeing intelligentPursuit of wisdomExcitementImmediate gratificationFuture gratificationPersonal freedom
Our priority value…Pleasing God through finding and doing His will.
Levels of Commitment Response
CommitmentEnrollmentCompliance
– Genuine– Legal– Grudging
Apathy
Commitment Danger Signals
ProcrastinationDoubt about involvementResponding to inadequate motivatorsComplacencyLoss of purpose
Keys to Proper CommitmentGrowing personal relationship to our LordStrong feeling of God’s leadershipRealistic understanding of the
responsibilitiesSense of importance of the
tasksProper stewardship of time prioritiesFeeling of satisfaction and achievement
THREE MODELS OF CHURCH MINISTRIES
Watch the Minister
Help the Minister
Be the Minister - Ephesians 4:11-12
WHO IS THE MINISTER OF YOUR CHURCH?
YOU ARE!
Tasks of the Pastoral Ministry
PROCLAIM
CARE LEAD
Tasks of the Pastoral Ministry
To proclaim the gospel to believers and unbelievers.
To care for church members and other persons in the community.
To lead the church in achieving its mission.
PROCLAIM
CARE LEAD
Christ … left you an example for you to follow in His steps.
“…whoever wishes to become great among you shall be your servant, …just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many.”
Matthew 20: 26-28
The Purpose of Deacons In Your Church
What do you understand your Role to be as a Deacon?
The Purpose of Deacons
Are Deacons…• leaders or servants?• administrators or laborers?• spiritual or social?• necessary or optional?
THE MINISTRY OF A DEACON
The meaning of “deacon” diakanos servant, slave 35 times in New Testament 5 times “deacon” noun
The Origin of Deacons
“Select from among you… men of good reputation, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we may put in charge of this ministry.”
Acts 6:3
Historical Synopsis of Deacon Ministry
New Testament and Early Centuries- servant leaders, discipleship, worship, solved fellowship issues
Middle Ages 500-1500- formal office, worship, clergy
Reformation 1600’s- servant leaders
Late 1700’s to Mid 1900’s -board of directors, business managers
Mid 1900’s to Present- family ministry, teams
The Requirements for Deacons
DEACON QUALIFICATIONS
Acts 6:1-7
1 Timothy 3:8-13
DEACON QUALIFICATIONSACTS 6:1-7
1. A Believer v.32. A Good Reputation v.33. Spirit-Filled v.34. Full of Wisdom v.3
DEACON QUALIFICATIONS1 TIMOTHY 3:8-13
5. Dignity v.86. Speech v.87. Addictions v.88. Greed v.89. Holding to the mystery of the faith v.9
DEACON QUALIFICATIONS1 TIMOTHY 3:8-13
10. Clear Conscience v.911. Tested v.1012. Beyond Reproach v.1013. Husband of One Wife v.1214. Good Manager of their Children and
Household v.12
A GODLY DEACON GROWING IN HIS
WALK 1.Saved 2.Spirit
Filled 3.Servant 4.Supportive
A GODLY DEACON
GROUNDED IN THE WORD
1.Know 2.Apply 3.Live
A GODLY DEACON
GLOWING IN HIS WITNESS
Stephen Acts 7Phillip “the evangelist”
A GODLY DEACON
GIFTED IN HIS WORK
S.piritual Gifts H.eart A.bilities P.ersonality E.xperience
The Roles of Deacons
THE ROLE OF DEACONS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS?BUSINESS MANAGERS?PASTORAL MINISTERS?
Deacon Ministry Is Pastoral Ministry?
“Pastoral ministries is a term that refers to guiding, protecting, feeding, and nourishing a church in order that the church may grow, develop, and reproduce itself in the world…
pastoral ministries in a church is implemented primarily through the pastor,
staff, deacons and church council.”
Organizing Deacons for Ministry
Deacon ministry is one of the most complex areas of ministry in the church.
Deacons address every area of pastoral ministry: bereavement, administration, hospital ministry, family ministry, spiritual development, evangelism, new member orientation.
Deacon ministry is based on needs ministry.
Tasks of the Pastoral Ministry
PROCLAIM
CARE LEAD
Tasks of the Pastoral Ministry
To proclaim the gospel to believers and unbelievers.
To care for church members and other persons in the community.
To lead the church in achieving its mission.
PROCLAIM
CARE LEAD
THE ROLE OF DEACONS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS?BUSINESS MANAGERS?PASTORAL MINISTERS?DEACON MINISTRY TEAMS!
What is a Ministry Team?
A ministry team is a group of Christians joined in a cooperative effort to minister to a specific need in the church or community
Characteristics of a Ministry Team
Focused on meeting a need
Last only as long as the need exists
Open to involving any volunteers
Advantages of Deacon Led Ministry Teams
Individual choice of assignments
Cooperation with other deacons
Invitation for the congregation to participate
Identify Needs in the Church and Community
1. Physical needs
2. Intellectual/Mental Needs
3. Emotional Needs
4. Spiritual Needs
Transition to Team Ministry Identify current functions performed
– Example: Hospital visitation Ordinances Grief ministry Shut-in visitation
Allow each deacon to volunteer to lead only one function
Develop Teams from deacon volunteers Enlist and train membership to assist Add new functions as needed
Practical Suggestions to Increase Team Ministry
Focus on serving people
Encourage servants to enlist others to help
Share the need in public meetings
Encourage members to ask for help
Emphasize on-the-job training
Practical Benefits of Deacon Led Ministry Teams
Personal choice of assignmentsFlexibility in the ministries offeredExpanded workforcePositive influence in the churchOther deacon styles may be includedPeople needs are better metPractical witness in the community
RESPONSIBILITIESOF DEACONS
Servant Models in the Church
1.Worship 2.Fellowship 3.Evangelism 4.Ministry 5.Discipleship
From Deacons Servant Models in the Church by Henry Webb
RESPONSIBILITIESOF DEACONS
Servant Models in the Church Building Healthy Relationships 1.Pastor-Deacon 2.Deacon-Deacon 3.Deacon-Congregation Ministering to needs
From Deacons Servant Models in the Church by Henry Webb
MINISTRY TO THE BEREAVED
Power of PresenceListenPractical ServiceFollow-up
Understanding Grief
Grief, although unique to every person, brings a different reaction from every
person.
Ministry To The Grieving
• Use the power of your presence.• Provide practical support.• Provide spiritual support.
Ministry To The GrievingWhat can you say to the bereaved?
• Do say your are sorry.• Do say, “I do not know why this
happened, but I do know God loves you.”
• Do allow them to express their grief.• Do allow them to talk as much as they
want.
Ministry To The Grieving
What can you say to the bereaved?• Do give attention to other family
members. Especially the children.• Do pray.• Do call or visit often afterwards.• Do make contact on the one-year
anniversary of the death of the loved one.
Ministry To The Grieving
What you should not do or say.• Don’t avoid the bereaved.• Don’t say, “I understand.”• Don’t tell stories.• Don’t cry.• Don’t say, “God has a purpose in this.”
Ministry To The Grieving
What you should not do or say.• Don’t say you ought to be feeling better
by now.• Don’t say anything.• Don’t avoid mentioning the deceased’s
name.• Don’t ignore the family and act as if
nothing has happened.
Ministry To The Grieving
What you should not do or say.• Don’t point out at least they have someone
else to take the deceased’s place.• Don’t say, “let me know if I can help.”• Don’t suggest they did not get proper
medical care.
The Grief Cycle
ReorganizationPainAngerConfusionAnxietyDenial
PROTEST
DESPAIR
AnguishDepressionDistress
DETACHMENT
AC
CEP
TAN
CE
ApathyIsolationResignationWithdrawal
PeaceReleaseRenewalUnderstanding
Death of a loved one
MINISTRY INCONFLICT
Peacemakers - Matt.5:9
Seek Reconciliation - Matt.5:23ff
Loving Confrontation - Matt.18:15ff
The purposes of conflict management are to end the conflict and restore or reconcile people who are in dispute.
Ministry to People in Crisis
During times of crisis, people are more open to and accepting of ministry efforts in their behalf. Therefore, this is a prime time to communicate
a positive Christian witness.
CrisisAny event or set of circumstances which threatens a person’s sense of well-being and
interferes with his usual routine.
MINISTRY INCRISIS
Reach Out
Resources within the Church
Resources outside the Church
Encourage
MINISTRY INEVANGELISM
Lifestyle
Testimony
Plan of Salvation
Ministry Is...A ministry that provides a natural
opportunity for witnessing to non-Christians.
A ministry that can serve as a natural communication channel for the church.
MINISTRY TO THEILL
Human touch
Listening
Empathy
Prayer
Prepare for the Hospital Visit
Plan for spiritual ministry…Hospital ministry is a time for serious, well-planned visitation.
Imagine yourself in the other person’s situation…Gather all the information that you can about the patient, and their family. How serious is the illness?
Prepare for the Hospital Visit
Get in touch with your own feelings…It is important to be natural with this ministry opportunity. Be more concerned about the patient’s feelings than your own.
Heed Hospital Signs
Visiting Hours…Observe the hours set by the hospital.
The “No Visitors” Sign…Check at the nurse’s station.
Heed Hospital Signs
The Light…Make sure the patient’s needs are met before entering.
The Closed Door…Knock before entering, you are entering someone’s bedroom.
Heed Hospital Signs
The Sleeping Patient…It could be the patient needs his rest more than a visit.
Name Tags…You will get appreciative response from those recognizing the importance of your visit.
Let Medical Care Take Priority…Doctor or Nurse.
Minister To The Patient
Do position yourself where the patient can have easy eye contract with you. (Don’t stand on the oxygen cord.)
Do be sensitive to the patient’s comfort.Don’t touch the patient unless he or she
offers to shake hands.Don’t give medical advice, or interpret
medical equipment.
Minister to the Patient
Don’t visit if you are sick, call instead.Don’t rush the visit.Don’t stay too long.Do watch for visitor overload.
Minister to the Patient
Do speak to others, and if it is a semi-private room speak to the other patient.
Do listen more than you talk.Do remember you are there in a pastoral
role.Do respect the prayer needs of the patient,
and remember to pray for the other patient.
Minister to the Patient
Do follow-up after the patient is at home.Do visit every member that is assigned to
you who is hospitalized.Don’t make commitments you cannot
fulfill.Do wash your hands after each visit.
Ministry To The Dying
Always tell the truth.Never set inflexible times.Always listen with sensitivity.Find ways to respond to needs.Minister to the Caregiver.
Ministry To The Dying
Never allow the dying person to feel abandoned.
Be as available as possible, within necessary limits.
Never give medical advice or interpret medical opinions.
Ministry To The Dying
If necessary, protect the person from harming himself or herself.
Always hold out hope, at least in God’s love.
Provide consistent, spiritual support.
Ministry To The Dying
“In our own pride we like to think we can control our own destiny. The reality is
that nothing in this world is certain. True security and stability come only from
trusting in God.”
MINISTRY OFJOY
Rejoicing
Honoring
Encouraging
Care Ministry Is Meeting Needs
Go Do It!
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