DRIVEN TO PERFORM - Part 4

Our drive to perform is often self-serving. Conversely, Christ teaches us to be other-serving. Leading in a Biblical way invariably involves servant leadership, best exemplified by Jesus Christ.


In Mark's Gospel, Jesus teaches, "Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be a slave of all. For even the Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many" (Mark 10:43-45 NIV).


This servant-leader approach contrasts sharply with worldly views of success and highlights the importance of humility and service in leadership. I should re-title this article “Driven to Serve.” May God help those of us who are driven to perform, to channel some of our energy into serving others like Christ demonstrated countless times throughout his brief, three-year earthly ministry.


Biblical leadership and success are far more about the quality of our character, our relationship with God, and our impact on others than about our achievements or productivity. Scriptures like Micah 6:8, Galatians 5:22-23, Matthew 16:26, and Mark 10:43-45 guide us to a deeper understanding of success - one that values justice, mercy, humility, spiritual fruits, eternal perspective, and servant leadership.


As leaders in any field, aligning our definition of success with Biblical principles leads to a more fulfilling and God-honoring journey. The drive to perform and get results is common to most leaders. This human quality, if channeled correctly through the filter of servant-leadership, helps us to better serve Christ and our fellow Christ-followers. The key is to surrender our drive to Christ, acknowledge that He is the decider of all results, and God alone gets the glory for anything good that the Holy Spirit produces through us.


“Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen.” (1 Timothy 1:17 NIV)


Soli Deo Gloria. (To God alone be the glory)


Your aspiring servant, Daniel M.
February 01, 2024
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