As a leader, how do you look at people?
- Do you look at them as people generally do, by their outward appearance?
- Or, do you look at them as God does, by their heart?
But the Lord said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the Lord seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh on the heart. 1Sam 16:7
What does it mean to look at someone’s heart? It means to consider their motives.
Do they do things out of
- self-interest?
- obligation?
- guilt?
- fear?
- love? (Eph 6:6)
Of course, you’ll need to ask God to help you determine motives. He’s the One who sees everyone’s hearts.
It’s also a helpful exercise to consider why you, as a leader, do the things you do.
Lead with Grace 
December 15th, 2021 at 9:03 am
Thanks for the reminder. Jesus sees our motives behind our actions and those reasons for action are much more important than the actions themselves. Lord, keep them pure!
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December 15th, 2021 at 6:34 pm
AMEN!
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December 15th, 2021 at 5:36 am
Excellent. It’s also a good idea to ask people about their motives. Or ask someone who knows them well. We often judge ourselves by our intentions, but judge others by their actions. Checking my own motives, first, is also a good idea.
This is great stuff, and a helpful reminder. Thanks!
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December 15th, 2021 at 6:33 pm
Yes, I have to remember to ask myself about my motives compared to what God wants.
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