Leadership Qualities of Joshua

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THE LEADERSHIP QUALITIES OF JOSHUA" Joshua 24:29-31 INTRODUCTION 1. It is impressive to note the great influence that Joshua had with those of his generation - cf. Josh 24:29-31 a. Of course, much of that influence was due to God being with him and doing many "great works" b. Such as the parting of the Jordan River, the fall of Jericho, the day the sun and moon stood still 2. But credit must also be given to Joshua, for from the very beginning the promise of God's support was based upon Joshua's faithful obedience to the Word of God - Josh 1:1-9 3. Joshua therefore stands before us as an example of what it takes to be a great leader... a. Every generation needs good leadership, especially in times of struggle and doubt b. For those who lead, or who might one day serve as leaders, Joshua serves as a role model c. For those who follow, he serves as an example of what we should look for in our leaders [In this lesson, we shall consider more closely those qualities of Joshua that served to make him the great leader that he was, so that we know what to expect in those who would lead today. We begin by noticing that Joshua was...] I. A MAN OF HUMILITY A. BEFORE HE WAS A LEADER, HE WAS WILLING TO SERVE... 1. For forty years he served under Moses in the Wilderness 2. He was known as "Moses' assistant", "his servant" - Exo 24:13; 33:11 -- Great leaders are people who have no problem with serving others if that is their lot in life; indeed, it helps prepare to them to lead B. EVEN AS A LEADER, HE WAS WILLING TO SERVE... 1. Though having been magnified by the Lord himself - Josh 3:7; 4:14 2. He was still willing to serve One greater than himself - Josh

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