Module 2: Leading with Integrity and Stewardship

As a founder building a business with a Christian Kingdom mindset, it's important to lead with integrity and stewardship. In this module, we'll explore biblical principles of leadership, provide strategies for cultivating a culture of integrity and excellence, and offer guidance on stewarding your resources for maximum impact.

Biblical Principles of Leadership

The Bible provides many examples of effective leadership, and as a Christian entrepreneur, it's important to understand and emulate these principles. Here are a few key passages to consider:

• "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves" (Philippians 2:3).
• "Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much" (Luke 16:10).
• "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control" (Galatians 5:22-23).

These verses emphasize the importance of humility, trustworthiness, and the fruit of the Spirit. As a Christian entrepreneur, you should seek to cultivate these qualities in your leadership.

Additionally, in Ephesians 6, Paul writes about masters and how they should treat their servants, providing valuable insights on the biblical principles of leadership. In verse 9, Paul writes, "And masters, treat your servants in the same way. Do not threaten them, since you know that he who is both their Master and yours is in heaven, and there is no favoritism with him."

From this passage, we can learn that leaders should treat their employees with respect and fairness, avoiding threats and favoritism. As Christian entrepreneurs, we should recognize that all people are made in the image of God and should be treated accordingly, regardless of their position in the organization. By treating our employees with dignity and respect, we can create a positive work environment that honors God and benefits both the business and its employees.