Accountable
Leaders are accountable, but what exactly does this word involve for spiritual leadership?
There is the implication of what is required. As spiritual leaders, we are required to be trustworthy, faithful, examples, and people of integrity.
There are certain expectations. People tend to meet whatever is expected of them. When leaders make decisions, there is an expectation they will be held accountable.
There is an understanding of responsibility. There is a level of responsibility connected to the decisions and actions taken by leadership.
Leaders will answer to God for the direction of their leadership of God’s people.