Fostering Maturity not Dependency

Godly leadership is defined not by how many followers one accumulates, but by how well a leader fosters devotion to Jesus. A leader must move away from creating dependency and instead focus on equipping others to examine their own faith and grow into spiritual adulthood. By rejoicing when others become strong and mature, we reflect the heart of Jesus, who used authority to build others up into maturity. The ultimate goal is for every believer to stand firm in their faith, fully mature and capable of following the Lord without constant supervision.