Blog & Mablog The Sin of Servant Leadership
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Jun 4, 2025 Explore the complexities of servant leadership in relation to Christian masculinity and marriage. The discussion advocates for a biblically based 'servant lordship' that balances service with authority. Additionally, the conversation addresses the challenges faced in troubled marriages, emphasizing the importance of repentance and shared reading for deeper connection. Discover practical insights for transforming relationships and fostering reconciliation.
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Problem with 'Servant Leadership'
- The real issue with 'servant leadership' lies in the word "leadership," not "servant." - It critiques selfishness and cowardice disguised as servanthood, not sacrifice and service.
Jesus' Model of Servanthood
- Jesus modeled servanthood through humility, sacrifice, and service, such as washing feet.
- True greatness in the kingdom means going to the back of the line and serving others sacrificially.
Ambiguity of Biblical Leadership
- The term "leadership" in "servant leadership" is ambiguous and lacks clear biblical definition.
- This ambiguity allows people to impose their own meanings, causing confusion in roles like husband leadership.
