In his book entitled, "Becoming a Leader, Dr. Miles Munroe discusses many essential characteristics of a true leader. In chapter 3, page 39, Dr. Munroe addresses the trust factor:
"Integrity is the basis of trust which is a product of leadership. It is the one quality that cannot be acquired; it must be earned. It is given by co-workers and followers and without it, the leader cannot function. 'Trust is the product of time and integrity."
Leaders are individuals whose characters have been tested, proven and established as being faithful and trustworthy. Trustworthiness is a product of character and competence, that is who you are and what you can do. Trustworthiness is the foundation of trust. To become an effective leader you must earn the trust and confidence of others."
How often we hear a politician, a CEO, preacher or a president say, "Trust me." The Bible tells us we are to evaluate leaders by their fruit, the results of their behavior. TALK IS CHEAP! At this time in society when people call good evil and evil good, we must follow the true leaders. We can forgive the faults of our leaders, but our trust must be earned. Anybody rated high on your scorecard today? Tell us about that person!
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