Laurie KennedyCongratulations, you have been prayerfully asked to be a Board Member at your church or Mission. You are prayerfully considering the role. You know there are regular meetings, you also know there are other members but, what really is your role as a Board member?

“I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another in what you say and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly united in mind and thought.” (1 Corinthians 1:10 NIV)

The purpose of the Board is to represent the owner. That’s God! It is His church and mission. As a Board member here are 12 questions to regularly evaluate how effective you are.

  • Do you model spiritual leadership to the congregation?
  • Do you serve with integrity ensuring Board decisions are consistent with God’s word?
  • Do you love Jesus and demonstrate God’s love at home and work?
  • Do you pray consistently for your Ministry Staff, People and the church as a whole?
  • Do you provide encouragement and accountability to the Lead Pastor?
  • Do you represent the church, not your personal interests?
  • Do you encourage the established Vision, Mission and Values of the church?
  • Do you commit to the financial and volunteer needs of your church?
  • Do you actively memorize scripture?
  • Do you visit and communicate with individuals/couples within your church?
  • Do you shepherd and care for your people as the Biblical shepherd cared for his sheep?
  • Do you disciple people to know Christ better?

“Be cheerful no matter what; pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens. This is the way God wants you who belong to Christ Jesus to live.” (1 Thessalonians 5:17-18 MSG)

Leadership is … praying and implementing God’s will for His church.

Yours in Service,

Laurie D. Kennedy
Leadership Coach
ldkjethrogroup@gmail.com

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