What makes a great leader?

In 1 Kings chapter 2, we hear the final words of King David, as he tells his son Solomon how to lead God’s people in the right way. David begins by telling his son to “take courage and be a man” (1 Kings 2:2b). If Solomon is to lead God’s people properly, he needs to be strong and courageous, like a soldier stepping up to battle. He’ll need to do things that are difficult, controversial, and costly.

Jodie is the Rector of Jamberoo Anglican, a regional and rural parish in the Diocese of Sydney, Australia