The Law of Empowerment: God Gives Us What We Need to Lead

God always gives us what we need to lead. Paul reminded Timothy that God didn’t give him the timidity he felt; that came either from Timothy’s own baggage or from the pit of hell itself. Instead, God equipped him with love, power, and a sound mind. All leaders need these three fundamental tools:

Love: The relational ingredient that enables us to attract and connect with others.

Power: The courage and competence to get the job done.

Sound mind: The perspective and wisdom to grasp a vision and take the right steps.

Because God has so equipped us, He instructs us to “not be ashamed . . . but share . . . in the sufferings” (2 Tim. 1:8). God gave Timothy (and us!) everything needed to accomplish the job. He empowers us before He ever expects from us. He gives before He demands. We receive His competence before we receive His commands.

Taken from The Maxwell Leadership Bible