Finally, godly leadership is not about creating a platform for yourself but multiplying others. A godly leader raises up other leaders, empowers people, and equips them to fulfill their God-given purpose. You’re not in leadership to be the center of attention or to build your own kingdom; you’re there to build God’s Kingdom.
Paul was a great example of this. He constantly poured into younger leaders like Timothy, Titus, and others, disciplining them and equipping them to carry on the work of the ministry. In 2 Timothy 2:2, Paul tells Timothy,
“And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others.”
A godly leader isn’t threatened by other people’s gifts or successes. Instead, they invest in others and celebrate their growth, knowing that the true mark of leadership is leaving a legacy of empowered, godly leaders behind you.
Godly leadership isn’t easy, but it’s essential. It requires humility, integrity, dependence on God’s Word and the Holy Spirit, a clear vision, courage, and a commitment to serving others. Whether you’re leading in your home, your workplace, your community, or in ministry, godly leadership reflects the heart of Jesus—a leader who came not to be served but to serve. When we lead like this, we’re not just impacting those around us for today; we’re creating a ripple effect that changes lives for eternity.
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Cynthia Garrett broke barriers when she became the first African American woman in the U.S. to host a network late-night show, NBC’s Later with Cynthia Garrett. She is currently seen on TBN and Salem Media networks, as well as on Fox News and other news outlets, addressing cultural issues and today’s news. The Cynthia Garrett Podcasts premiere weekly on all major podcast platforms.
A highly sought-after speaker, author, TV host, and ordained minister, Garrett is the author of The Naked Truth: Reclaiming Sexual Freedom in a Culture of Lies (2024), I Choose Victory: Moving from Victim to Victor (2020), and Prodigal Daughter: A Journey Home to Identity (2016). For more information, visit www.cynthiagarrett.org
