Power Breaker

The Latin meaning of the word power is ‘to be able’. Have you ever considered how much power you have in your role and what you do with it? As Christian leaders, we sometimes don’t want to admit the amount of power we exude because of our titles or influence. We end up getting uncomfortable about the topic. Yet Jesus gave his authority to the Church and imbued her with power by sending the Holy Spirit. Leadership is also a gift from God (Romans 12:86) that inevitably comes with power. Without it, we cannot lead others. It is also true that leadership power can be open to abuse. We thus need to consider the interactions at play where two or more people are gathered. This is known as power dynamics which is neutral but its manifestation can be positive or negative. Having an awareness of these dynamics can help towards achieving unity and parity in our groups. When we give power away as leaders, we not only inspire the community to action but also ensure we remain measured and humble. The Transitional Leader dismantles the towers built over time by being a power breaker. Elevate those with less power around you.