Bible Verses about “church leadership”

“doing nothing through rivalry or through conceit, but in humility, each counting others better than himself;”

“The overseer therefore must be without reproach, the husband of one wife, temperate, sensible, modest, hospitable, good at teaching;”

“Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they watch on behalf of your souls, as those who will give account, that they may do this with joy, and not with groaning, for that would be unprofitable for you.”

“Let us not be weary in doing good, for we will reap in due season, if we don't give up.”

“Take heed, therefore, to yourselves, and to all the flock, in which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the assembly of the Lord and God which he purchased with his own blood.”

“Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the wellspring of life.”

“Let not many of you be teachers, my brothers, knowing that we will receive heavier judgment.”

“Let the elders who rule well be counted worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in the word and in teaching.”

“Remember your leaders, men who spoke to you the word of God, and considering the results of their conduct, imitate their faith.”

“It shall not be so among you, but whoever desires to become great among you shall be your servant.”