Archive for September 24th, 2009

What circumstances tempt you to lose your composure? (88-4)

Written by Barry-Werner on September 24th, 2009. Posted in 1 Samuel, Conflict Management, Courage/Risk-Taking, Leadership Principles, Old Testament, Power and Influence, Relationships, Wisdom.

Leadership is often associated more with the wisdom of the person than with the power of the position. Review again 1 Samuel 25.

The fascinating story of Abigail shows one woman’s single-handed efforts to save her household by using common sense and courage. Abigail stepped out of her normal life situation and exercised tremendous leadership to normalize a situation that threatened to take the life of her husband, probably her children and many of the laborers who worked for them.

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