Leadership by Example: An Exploration into Peterine’s Concept of Church Leadership in 1 Peter 5:2, 3 for the Nigerian Church

Abstract

Leadership has been a problem both in the secular and sacred places. Most African leaders believe that leadership in the position of authority is to acquire wealth and see leadership as lordship. Leadership by example is first demonstrated by the Lord Jesus Christ as recorded in the Bible. Peter, unlike other Apostles, portrays more on leaders of the church have to watch over those God has entrusted to their care. Peterine’s concept of church leadership is that leaders must do as God has called them to serve and not a duty force on them. Peter, however, admonished them that they should model their behaviours if they are to be examples to the flock. This paper aims at correcting the wrongdoings among people in the place of authorities whether secular or religious. It was found out that people that find themselves in position of authority are no longer representing the people they are leading. The paper concludes by recommending that strong ethics and high moral standard are essential qualities of a good leader.

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