Keith Craft: You will never be tough enough to rule on a greater measure, until you serve on…
You will never be tough enough to rule on a greater measure, until you serve on a level that is greater than yourself.
The thought behind the quote
Jesus, the ultimate leader, did not come to be served but to serve and give His life as a ransom for many. True strength and authority come from a willingness to serve others at a level that surpasses personal comfort or ambition.
To be tough enough to lead well, we must first learn to serve well. Many people misunderstand toughness as a form of rigid self-reliance or personal power, but in God’s Kingdom, toughness is defined by the depth of our willingness to serve. Real strength is not about dominance or control; it is about being willing to humble yourself, put others first, and make sacrifices for the greater good.
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