Divine Centered Leadership

#1- Brother Cox talked about divine centered leadership. He talked about how true leaders, are servant leaders. They don't lead for the power or fame, they lead to serve and better the lives of those they lead. He gave many examples of phenomenal leaders who were truly servants to those they lead. The greatest example he gave was that of the Savior. He is truly the example of servant leadership. I hope to incorporate more of a service attitude in my leadership roles.Whether it is how I lead my younger siblings and the example I set for them or doing my church calling with an attitude of service instead of the attitude that it is a burden. I want to be a better visiting teacher. To set aside more time to visit with those I serve instead of trying to get in and out as fast as I can so I can get on with the other things going on in my life. I need to remember that being a leader isn't always an position with a title and clearly laid responsibility. You can be a leader in everyday life by serving those around and influencing all who you come in contact with for good.

#2-My personal definition of servant leadership would be to serve as Christ served. He was the perfect example of servant leadership. He was the King of Kings, the literal Son of God and the Savior of the World. The world should have served him but he would not allow it. He was on earth to serve and change lives. Reading the story of Christ washing the feet of the disciples is always a touching story. He loved who he served and served them not like it was a burden but a privilege. That is what I think the true definition of servant leadership is- loving who you serve and serving them like it is your privilege.

#3- An example of a servant leader in my own life is my father. He is a selfless bishop, a loved boss, a respected and involved community member and a dedicated father. He never stops working, worrying about and contacting the members of the ward. He is the President and CEO of a philanthropic organization and I have never seen a better liked boss. He truly is loving and personable to all those he meets. Whether it is the building janitor, his secretary or his coworkers and clients he loves them and because of that they love him back. His record of community involvement ranges from elected state leadership positions to being on multiple boards and organizations in our community. He is a constant reminder of being a leader, not for power and respect, but to make a difference in causes you care about. The area of my fathers leadership that I respect the most is how dedicated he is to our family. He is the busiest man I know, yet still takes time to edit my papers, go to all our sporting events and teach us how to live our lives like the Savior lives. My father truly embodies the principle of  servant leadership in everyday life. He is the best example I can imagine of someone who gives there all to better the lives of others.