We should follow Christ and imitate His example in every area of our lives. That includes how we lead others.
This series on Transformational Leadership, taught by our Executive Pastor, Dr. Ben Lovvorn, will challenge and equip you to lead others like Jesus did. Not only do we work to transform the world by rallying around a shared vision, but we also seek to transform the hearts of those we lead. People should look more like Jesus after spending time under our leadership. But leading like this is not easy or common in a fallen world. We’re often tempted to treat leadership like a transaction, where we use people to build monuments to ourselves.
This five-part iCampus series will help you discern what kind of leader you are now, so that you can take the next step in becoming the transformational leader God has called you to be.
We hope this video series will be an encouragement to you! And we hope it will help you become a better leader. We’re in this together!
To help you after the fifth lesson, we have prepared a free, downloadable resource for you—our Transformational Leadership Self-Assessment. Click here to receive.
The tool will walk you through a series of leadership qualities and habits. You’ll rate yourself on a scale from 1 to 5. And then this will help you discern the next steps you can take as you grow to become a Christlike transformational leader.
Imitation of Christ and Christian Leadership
In this first lesson, Dr. Ben Lovvorn explains the call God has placed on each of our lives to imitate Jesus Christ. When we do this, we become the kind of person others can confidently follow. Transformational leadership begins when our lives are transformed into the pattern of Jesus Christ.
Transformational Leadership vs. Transactional Leadership
In lesson two, Dr. Ben Lovvorn contrasts two forms of leadership—transformational and transactional. Defining each type of leadership is critical. This will help us understand how the world practices leadership compared to the vastly different way that Christ has called us to lead.
Herod Agrippa, A Transactional Leader
In our third lesson, Dr. Ben Lovvorn will take us to an example in Scripture of transactional leadership. We’ll study the account of Herod Agrippa’s career in Acts 12 together. Herod Agrippa offers a stark warning for us to take seriously and avoid.
Jesus, The Ultimate Transformational Leader
In lesson four, Dr. Ben Lovvorn walks us through the way that Jesus led his disciples. Not only did he accomplish much through the disciples, but He also accomplish so much in them. He transformed Peter from a brash fisherman into a bold messenger for the gospel and pillar of the church. Through Christ’s power at work in us, we can be transformed and God can transform others through us.
What Kind of Leader Are You?
In this fifth and final lesson, Dr. Ben Lovvorn will help you discern what kind of leader you are. He will walk you through a series of questions that you can ask about your own leadership. By taking an honest look at where you are now, you can prepare to take the next step in becoming a transformational leader! To access our free, downloadable Transformational Leadership Self-Assessment Tool, go here.