ambition?

A few weeks ago we considered the servant ‘aspect’ of leadership: a willingness to wash feet and a desire to see others succeed. While it is true that effective leaders have ambition, this ambition must never be driven by a desire for worldly acclaim. Nor should leadership destroy others while pushing towards the goal of accomplishment. Consider John the Baptizer: he did not allow his ego to be in competition with Jesus. John’s role was to be the set-up man for Jesus. He didn’t allow his temporary popularity to create a false sense of self-importance. Lesson: when Jesus wishes to make an appearance, never let your high self-opinion get in the way.