A good coach always coaches to a leader's potential, not his current level of performance. A good leadership coach will see the potential in you and inspire you accordingly.
Andy StanleyRead
Try to do for the next generation of church leaders what the previous generation of church leaders has not done for you.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Encourage current leaders to support and mentor the next generation.
This quote emphasizes the responsibility of current church leaders to invest in the future by providing guidance, support, and mentorship to the next generation. It suggests that leaders should reflect on what they lacked in their own upbringing and strive to offer better opportunities and support to those who will follow them, thereby fostering a stronger and more resilient community.
Themes
LeadershipMentorshipGenerationsCommunitySupport
In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon about community and growth, you might share this quote to inspire current leaders to take active roles in mentorship.
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