Rather than act like we always know the best way to proceed, we’ll prioritize prayer in strategic planning, asking God for wisdom (James 1:5). We’ll take time to get input from others. Leaders, it’s okay to admit we don’t know it all. Despite all his education and leadership experience, the Apostle Paul said, “Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me.” (Phil. 3:12)<\/p>\n 2) Integrity<\/a><\/p>\n We must be concerned with process, not just end results. If, and how, we involve others in strategic planning matters. How we communicate with others matters. The way we proceed matters. We will be concerned with “how”, not only “what”, we do when we do it all for the glory of God (1 Cor. 10:31) and when we do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus (Col. 3:17).<\/p>\n 3) Love<\/a><\/p>\n We’re to “walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God” (Eph. 5:2). Sometimes we may need to lay aside our own preferences for the greater good. To love, we can “do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit” but look out for “the interests of others” (Phil 2:4). Such love will lead for respecting others rather than belittling their ideas. Without love, all our strategic planning is merely a “a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal” and we “gain nothing” (1 Cor. 13:1-3).<\/p>\n 4) Perseverance<\/a><\/p>\n When strategic planning gets tough, we hang in there until we arrive at a mutually accepted plan. We work through conflict rather than around it. As far as it depends on us, we “live at peace with everyone” (Rom. 12:18). We don’t give up. Nor do we rush ahead without regard to others. Instead, we look at the big picture and believe we will come out better on the other side. Remember, Jesus “for the joy set before him” endured much on our behalf (Heb. 12:1-2).<\/p>\n 5) Self-Control<\/a><\/p>\n Rather than get defensive, we hold our temper and guard our words when someone disagrees with us or holds up progress with their many questions and concerns (Eph. 4:31). “My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.” (James 1:19-20)<\/p>\n (Click on the traits listed above for input on that particular quality.)<\/em><\/p>\n For More About a Leader\u2019s Character, Go To:<\/strong>\u00a0Leader Qualities and Attitudes Resources<\/a><\/p>\n Strategic planning can be wrought with obstacles, especially when working with a group of people. Egos, personal agendas, and preferences can get in the way. Conflict may ensue. Sometimes as leaders we may be tempted to take the easy road rather than put in the time and effort of doing it right. We may plan as though the end justifies the means, giving little attention to how we treat people along the way. For us as leaders to have a positive effect on strategic planning, we need Christ-like leader qualities. . . . Continue reading Leader Qualities that Positively Affect Strategic Planning<\/span>![\"Christ-like](\"https:\/\/trainchurchleaders.com\/practicum\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/christ-like-leader-qualities.jpg\")
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