Leading others: "Listen for truth. Consciously choose to be in the moment when you listen to another person. When a leader truly listens and understands another, they create an environment for trust and new ideas." Healthy pastors must be approachable. That includes being an exceptional listener.
As the article states however we need to listen for truth. That means we must sort through our own grids of defensiveness and insecurities. When we don't sort through these issues we can become unapproachable, breaking the bonds of community that is necessary for good teamwork.
Ephesians tells us we need to speak the truth in love. We must also listen for the truth in love.
It is critical that we as leaders need to create an environment of trust and understanding. The basic needs of anybody in life are, to be listened to, understood, and loved.
What kind of environment have you created in your realm of influence?
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