The person who sees the difficulties so clearly that he does not discern the possibilities cannot inspire a vision in others.

Will the leader reflect the ugliness of egotism or the transfigured glory of Christ the Lord?

Once the joy of intimacy with God has been experienced, life becomes unbearable without it.

We can lead others only as far along the road as we ourselves have traveled. merely pointing the way is not enough. If we are not walking, then no one can be following, and ware not leading anyone.

True greatness,true leadership,is found in giving yourself in service to others, not in coaxing or inducing others to serve you. True service is never without cost. Often it comes with a painful baptism of suffering. But the true spiritual leader is focused on the service he and she can render to God and other people, not on the residuals and perks of high office or holy title. We must aim to put more into life than we take out.

Each of us is as full of the Spirit as we really want to be.

Ambition that centers on the glory of God and welfare of the church is a mighty force for good.