Love First, Lead Second — And Don’t Forget the Leftovers
L et’s be honest when we hear the word “leadership,” it’s easy to picture someone standing at the front, giving orders, or maybe even keeping the best snacks for themselves. But servant leadership is a whole different story. It’s about putting others first, building real relationships, and helping everyone grow. In many ways, it feels a lot like parenting. You can’t lead well if you don’t genuinely know or care about the people you’re leading. (And trust me, bribing people with pizza only works for so long.) At Mavuno Church, we spent February reflecting on God’s endless grace and love—a love so patient and so compassionate. It made me realize how quick I am to get frustrated over small things. Like when my roommate ate the last box lunch. I had every right to be upset, but then I thought about how many times I’ve hurt God’s heart. Yet, He still takes me back with open arms every time. That kind of grace is humbling. “Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as...