Leadership Reflection
Intentional Incarnation: Where did you most experience incarnation (the presence of Jesus) this week?
Incarnation is about God becoming flesh in Jesus Christ, and in our lives, it’s about how we embody Christ’s presence in the world. Reflect on moments where you experienced or witnessed God’s presence manifested in tangible ways this week.
Reflection Questions:
- In what specific moment did you feel God’s presence most strongly this week?
- When did you most experience Christ’s love?
- When were you most present to others this week?
Disciple-Driven: What moments of discipling were most impactful for you this week?
Disciple-making involves both being discipled and discipling others. It’s about growth, mentorship, and walking alongside others in their faith journey. Consider the meaningful disciples-making moments you experienced this week.
Reflection Questions:
- What spiritual conversation or interaction from the past week with someone else sticks out the most to you?
- How were you personally challenged or encouraged by someone else?
- What unexpected lesson did you learn while walking alongside others in faith?
Discovery-Based: How are you & the people you are discipling learning to be more obedient to Jesus?
Obedience to Jesus is at the heart of discipling. It involves listening to His teachings, following His example, and allowing His Spirit to transform our actions and attitudes. Reflect on how you and those you disciple are growing in obedience.
Reflection Questions:
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- What specific teachings of Jesus have you been focusing on obeying more fully?
- How have you seen growth in those you’re discipling?
- What area of obedience has been most challenging for you or your disciples?
Team-Led: How is your team functioning?
Making Jesus accessible must happen as team. No one can be successful alone. Effective teams understand each others’ unique gifting and calling so that Christ is reflected through all the different team members, and so that every member participates as an owner in the mission of the team.
Reflection Questions:
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- Do you and your team members have a clear understanding of each others’ gifting and personal calling? What unique gifts and abilities do you see?
- What obstacles are you hitting with your team right currently?
- What opportunities exist for your team to grow in relation to each other, and/or, the mission?
Spirit-Guided: What steps do you sense the Holy Spirit might be guiding you to take this week?
Listening to the Holy Spirit’s guidance is essential. Take time to discern what specific action, focus, or direction the Spirit is leading you toward in the coming week.
Reflection Questions:
- What Scripture passage or word has been repeatedly coming to mind?
- Is there a specific person the Holy Spirit is prompting you to reach out to?
- What area of your life is receiving a nudge from the Spirit?
- How can you create more space this week to listen to the Holy Spirit’s guidance?