Pillars

Objective

Personal growth is essential for leaders. Just as Jesus prioritized his own development, this training challenges leaders to embrace a lifelong pursuit of growth. This training highlights four key areas of growth leaders ought to prioritize. This training will equip you to identify your current season of growth and cultivate a lifestyle of continuous development that honors God and fuels your leadership.

Overview

• Personal growth is essential for Christian leader

• The foundation of personal growth

  • Wisdom: Continually learning and improving your thinking

  • Physical Stature: Taking care of your physical body

  • Favor with God: Prioritizing spiritual intimacy with God

  • Favor with Others: Developing healthy relationships and community

• Prioritize the area of growth most relevant to your current season

• Pace yourself; growth is a lifelong process

• Grow by broadening yourself and with others

Questions

1. In which of the four areas of growth (wisdom, physical, spiritual, social) do you feel you need to focus most at this time in your life and ministry?
2. What practical steps can you take to protect and nurture your intimacy with God, even when faced with the urgent demands of ministry?
3. How can you ensure that your pursuit of personal growth remains balanced and aligned with your overall calling and ministry goals?

Verses Referenced

Luke 2:52

Mark 14

Acts 13:1-3

Further Study

Acts 13:1-3

Romans 12:1-2