“The greatest among you will be your servant.” – Matthew 23:11 – Matthew 23:11
Bible Verses About Being A Good Leader
Genesis 1:26 – Leaders are created in God’s image with authority to lead.
“Then God said, ‘Let us make man in our image, after our likeness. And let them have dominion…'” – Genesis 1:26
Proverbs 16:12 – Righteous leaders are essential in guiding their people rightly.
“It is an abomination for kings to commit wickedness, for a throne is established by righteousness.” – Proverbs 16:12
Proverbs 11:14 – A wise leader surrounds themselves with counsel.
“Where there is no counsel, the people fall; but in the multitude of counselors, there is safety.” – Proverbs 11:14
James 1:19 – Listening and being slow to speak is a sign of a good leader.
“So then, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath.” – James 1:19
1 Timothy 3:1-2 – A leader must be blameless and above reproach.
“This is a faithful saying: If a man desires the position of a bishop, he desires a good work. A bishop then must be blameless…” – 1 Timothy 3:1-2
Matthew 20:26-28 – Leadership is exemplified through serving others.
“But whoever wishes to be great among you must be your servant.” – Matthew 20:26-28
Proverbs 27:23 – A good leader knows his people.
“Be diligent to know the state of your flocks, and attend to your herds.” – Proverbs 27:23
Romans 12:8 – Leadership gifts are crucial for the church.
“Or he who exhorts, in exhortation; he who gives, with liberality; he who leads, with diligence…” – Romans 12:8
Acts 20:28 – Leaders should care for the church and its members.
“Therefore take heed to yourselves and to all the flock…” – Acts 20:28
2 Timothy 2:24 – A good leader must be gentle and patient.
“And a servant of the Lord must not quarrel but be gentle to all.” – 2 Timothy 2:24
1 Peter 5:2-3 – Shepherd the flock of God willingly.
“Shepherd the flock of God which is among you, serving as overseers…” – 1 Peter 5:2-3
Proverbs 24:5 – A wise leader is strong.
“A wise man is strong; yes, a man of knowledge increases strength.” – Proverbs 24:5
Proverbs 1:5 – A wise leader listens and increases in learning.
“A wise man will hear and increase learning.” – Proverbs 1:5
Luke 22:26 – The greatest are those who serve.
“But not so among you; on the contrary, he who is greatest among you, let him be as the younger.” – Luke 22:26
Hebrews 13:17 – Submit to your leaders for they watch over your souls.
“Obey those who rule over you, and be submissive, for they watch out for your souls…” – Hebrews 13:17
Psalm 78:72 – A good leader shepherds the people with a pure heart.
“And David shepherded them with integrity of heart; with skillful hands he led them.” – Psalm 78:72
Galatians 5:13 – Serve one another through love.
“For you, brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not use liberty as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.” – Galatians 5:13
1 Peter 4:10 – Each should use their gift to serve others.
“As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.” – 1 Peter 4:10
Proverbs 29:2 – When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice.
“When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; but when a wicked man rules, the people groan.” – Proverbs 29:2
John 13:14 – A good leader serves others humbly.
“If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another’s feet.” – John 13:14
Philippians 2:3-4 – Leaders should put others before themselves.
“Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself.” – Philippians 2:3-4
Colossians 3:23-24 – Work heartily, as for the Lord.
“And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men.” – Colossians 3:23-24
Matthew 5:14 – Leaders are lights to others.
“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.” – Matthew 5:14
Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trust in the Lord for wisdom in leadership.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding.” – Proverbs 3:5-6
1 Corinthians 16:14 – Let everything we do be done in love.
“Let all that you do be done with love.” – 1 Corinthians 16:14
Philippians 1:27 – Stand firm in one spirit, striving together.
“Only let your conduct be worthy of the gospel of Christ.” – Philippians 1:27
Final Thoughts
Being a good leader is all about serving others with compassion and humility while also guiding people with wisdom and integrity. The Bible provides many lessons on effective leadership, reminding us to put others first and to seek counsel. Through prayer and reflection, I strive to embody these principles in my own leadership. Let’s aim to serve not just with authority but also with love and guidance.
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