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Chapter 4 - The Emotionally Healthy Leader by Peter Scazzero
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Chapter 4 - The Emotionally Healthy Leader by Peter Scazzero

The Importance of Loving Union with Jesus in Leadership

The Danger of Leading Without Jesus

  • Leading without a relationship with Jesus can limit the effectiveness and fruitfulness of one's ministry.
  • Relying solely on personal gifts, experience, or talents can lead to superficial success that lacks depth.

Defining Loving Union

  • Loving union is described as allowing God full access to every area of our lives, fostering an intimate relationship with Him.
  • Key questions arise regarding how open our hearts are to God amidst leadership demands and distractions.

Biblical Warnings Against Self-Deception

  • In Matthew 7:21-23, Jesus warns that not all who perform miracles in His name will enter the kingdom of heaven; true connection matters more than outward success.
  • The phrase "I never knew you" emphasizes the necessity of a personal relationship over mere activity or accomplishments in ministry.

The Consequences of Lack of Relationship

  • Many may appear successful but lack the deep connection required for genuine ministry; knowledge about God is insufficient without loving union.
  • The story of the seven sons of Sceva illustrates the dangers faced when one attempts spiritual activities without a solid relationship with Jesus. They were unrecognized by evil spirits due to their lack of connection with Christ.

Sacrifices Made by Neglecting Loving Union

  • Leaders risk missing out on their "Promised Land" by failing to maintain consistent loving union with Jesus, leading to potential rebellion and unbelief as seen in Moses' story.
  • It is possible to build organizations based on personal abilities rather than divine guidance, which can result in preaching truths that are not lived out authentically. This disconnect often goes unnoticed if efforts seem successful externally.

Building Structures for Loving Union

  • A call is made for leaders to slow down and create rhythms that allow for loving surrender and deeper connection with God through developing a rule of life that prioritizes essential spiritual practices over non-essential distractions.
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Book website: EHLeader.com Amazon: http://amzn.to/1PvLiNP Barnes & Noble: http://bit.ly/1OS2OGk CBD: http://bit.ly/1PfP1Nx In The Emotionally Healthy Leader, bestselling author Peter Scazzero shows leaders how to develop a deep, inner life with Christ, examining its profound implications for planning and decision-making, surviving stress, building teams, creating healthy culture, influencing others, and much more. Filled with personal examples and practical tools for self-reflection, The Emotionally Healthy Leader will help you make profound changes that will open a door into a whole new way of viewing yourself—and a radically new way of leading that will transform your church.