facing resistance

Leaders understand that their character and capacities are both revealed and refined by how they respond to criticism, conflict and resistance. Antagonism can obviously be most aggravating but it can also be a potential ally in a leader’s quest for more maturity in Christ, as well as increased wisdom and influence. Jesus faced so much resistance yet handled it in a way that actually increased his stature and influence. The resilience and potency of his leadership is due to intimate communion with his Father – the source of love, wisdom and power. Good leaders know how important it is to live in the Father’s presence.