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P i c t u r i n g T h e o l o g y

The Church Leadership Paradigm The Case for Biblical Leadership Rev. Dr. Don L. Davis

1. The Kingdom of God has come in the person of Jesus of Nazareth , and is now manifest through the Spirit in the Church.

2. The cities of the world, as strongholds of the devil, desperately need the presence and witness of the Church.

3. The Church cannot thrive and provide witness without leadership .

4. Authentic leadership in the Church must be called by God, represent Jesus Christ, be gifted by the Spirit, and confirmed by others in the body.

5. Called, endowed, and confirmed leaders must be given authority, resources, and opportunity in order to facilitate maturity and equip the saints for ministry.