Skip to content

Paolo Punzalan

  • HOME
  • FAITH
  • LEADERSHIP
  • DISCIPLESHIP
  • FAMILY
  • PODCAST
  • ABOUT ME
  • CONTACT

Paolo Punzalan

Faith. Discipleship. Leadership. Family.

UNLIKELY POSTURE

by paolopun

Humility is an interesting trait.

Once you claim you have it, you’ve actually lost it.

Some have an aversion to this trait.

Number 1, it is because we all have an “I” problem. We all struggle with pride in some shape or form. Admit it.

If you don’t agree, consider this. Notice who you usually look at first when there’s a group picture with you in it.

Another reason is that humility may be perceived as weak, insignificant, and subservient. We live in a world that wants to dominate. And being humble may look as if you are not in control.

In John 13, Jesus exemplifies servant leadership. This is where we see humility at its finest.

What made Jesus an amazing leader?

1. CLARITY OF PURPOSE

Jesus knew that the hour had come for him to leave this world and go to the Father. (John 13:1)

It was clear to Him why He came and who He came for.

He made a declaration to His disciples, “I came not to be served but to serve and give my life as a ransom for many.” (Matthew 20:28)

When a leader is clear on the purpose of his leadership, the focus is then taken off from self.

It doesn’t become about you. The goal is to serve the purpose.

It doesn’t matter who gets the credit as long as the job gets done.

2. CONFIDENCE IN IDENTITY

Jesus knew that the Father had put all things under his power, and that he had come from God and was returning to God. (John 13:3)

Jesus had all power and all authority.

Because He knew who He was, there was no pressure to prove Himself.

Insecure leaders are usually people who don’t know who they are called to be and what they are designed to do.

Jesus was secure in His identity. He knew who He was.

It is identity that establishes security.

I love what C.S. Lewis said,
“True humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less.”

Lord, help us to lead with a clear purpose and being confident in our identity in Christ.

Facebook Comments

Post navigation

Previous Post:

WHEN GOD SEEMS SILENT

Next Post:

THANKFUL TO GOD FOR JENN ON MOTHER’S DAY

BLOGS ON

  • Discipleship
  • Faith
  • Family
  • Leadership
  • Misc
  • PODCAST
  • Relationships

Recent Posts

  • JIMMY’S TESTIMONY

  • WEALTH AND GENEROSITY

  • WALDEN’S TESTIMONY

  • GAYLE’S TESTIMONY

  • NOTCH’S TESTIMONY

SEARCH

INSTAGRAM

Load More...Follow on Instagram

TWITTER

Paolo PunzalanFollow

Paolo Punzalan
paolopunPaolo Punzalan@paolopun·
2 Dec

Lord protect our nation and our countrymen. In Jesus’ name. #TisoyPH

Reply on Twitter 1201538995856953344Retweet on Twitter 1201538995856953344618Like on Twitter 12015389958569533441966Twitter 1201538995856953344
Retweet on TwitterPaolo Punzalan Retweeted
natepunzalan6Silent NATE, Holy NATE@natepunzalan6·
1 Dec

It's okay not to be okay. #GoodMorningNate

Reply on Twitter 1201244620660842496Retweet on Twitter 1201244620660842496425Like on Twitter 12012446206608424961093Twitter 1201244620660842496
paolopunPaolo Punzalan@paolopun·
2 Dec

Lord, help us fix our eyes on You in spite of the discouraging circumstances that beset us. You ALWAYS have a redemptive purpose.

Reply on Twitter 1201410329843945472Retweet on Twitter 1201410329843945472717Like on Twitter 12014103298439454722278Twitter 1201410329843945472
Retweet on TwitterPaolo Punzalan Retweeted
natepunzalan6Silent NATE, Holy NATE@natepunzalan6·
30 Nov

It's okay to take a break. #GoodMorningNate

Reply on Twitter 1200882515193614336Retweet on Twitter 1200882515193614336504Like on Twitter 12008825151936143361382Twitter 1200882515193614336
paolopunPaolo Punzalan@paolopun·
29 Nov

For you, O Lord, are my hope. Psalm 71:5

Reply on Twitter 1200463366369640448Retweet on Twitter 120046336636964044862Like on Twitter 1200463366369640448335Twitter 1200463366369640448
Load More...
© 2019 Paolo Punzalan