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A People Focused Approach

by Brett Fuller on November 05, 2018

In John 10:27-28 Jesus said, "My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me; 28  and I give eternal life to them; and they will never perish; and no one will snatch them out of My hand." The Scriptures often use the shepherding profession as a template for leadership. People are not like cattle which must be driven, pushed and prodded to their destination. They are more like sheep which must be led. This method of guidance is a uniquely God centered, people focused approach. When properly employed, it allows the people we lead to be respectably "voice activated”-- no manipulative & coercive tactics needed.

Here, Jesus detailed three leadership techniques that inspire sheep to follow a leader:

  • Good Communication
  • Relational Administration
  • Provisions of Security

Regardless of your skill or talent, implementation of these three priorities will work for anyone who works them. Once faithfully practiced, the leader should be pleased in that he will guide both better behaved sheep and a lot more of them! Lead right, lead well…

About the Author
Brett Fuller

Brett Fuller is the presiding Bishop of Every Nation’s family of churches in the metropolitan Washington DC area, that fall under the umbrella of the Grace Covenant Church’s purview. He also serves as Chaplain of the Washington Commanders. From 2005 to 2014 he served as Chaplain for the National Association of Basketball Coaches. In 2000, he initiated a bill in Congress to build a memorial honoring the African American Slaves who helped build America. Though the bill was never passed, he still hopes to complete the mission. Also, from 2007-2009 he served on President George Bush's Advisory Board for Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Pastor Brett has written two devotionals: “Live Well”, and “Relate Well” and recently published two books: Dreaming in Black and White and High Ceilings. He and his lovely wife of 36 years, Cynthia, frequently conduct marriage and family seminars. Brett also coordinates relational and professional development seminars, helping leaders in every walk of life to become better leaders. He and his bride reside in Chantilly, VA, have parented 7 children and have been blessed with 2 wonderful daughter in-laws. And most recently, they have welcomed their first grandchild; Ava Lily.

 

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