Vision is Crucial for Leadership
In his book, The Making of a Leader, Dr. J. Robert Clinton says, “The central task of leadership is influencing God’s people toward God’s purposes.” 1 Therefore, it can also be said that the central task of a leader is to effectively influence others towards kingdom thinking, living, and building. In order for a leader to effectively accomplish this, it is essential that they have a well-designed philosophy of ministry. A philosophy of ministry is necessary for anyone who is called to lead God’s people into worshipping God, strengthening the body, and doing kingdom work within the world. A philosophy of ministry that is well thought out will be one that expresses clear vision, as well as methods to accomplish that vision. In their book, Spiritual Leadership, Henry and Richard Blackaby declare, “Given the opportunity, people gravitate to what gives them meaning, to what engages to the fullest their commitment, talent, energy, and skill.” 2 This is the goal o...