Leadership Development: Staircase Method Examples
Building on the recent post about the Staircase Method of leadership development, let’s look at some examples of how others are successfully using this model to grow their leadership base. This will help you understand the method better and spark your creativity for how you may be able to apply this model to your church.
Example #1: Parable of the Unjust Steward
The first example is directly from :
“Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much. “
Through this parable, Jesus shows us that we are given stewardship only over what He can trust us to handle. The staircase method allows stewardship to be given in increments rather than all at once, allowing problems to surface sooner and before the impact is large scale. Though this can take more time, it is a most effective way of isolating immature leaders from the potential damage they can do to a church.
Example #2: Crown Financial Ministries
One of the best demonstrations of this technique today is . They use their to allow each member to facilitate at least one meeting sometime during the 10-week study. This shows each member that it isn’t as hard as it may seem to facilitate a small group. This also provides a method for the current leader to spot individuals or couples that could lead the next round of Crown or another type of small group.
Example #3: North Point Community Church
is another example, where they focus on using small groups to not only encourage fellowship and study, but also to teach material typically taught in a class setting. Often, the first group that a church member attends is a “new member” class to learn more about their church and Bible basics. As members graduate from this group, they move to another and continue their growth. At a certain point, the member becomes qualified to lead a small group, where some become qualified to oversee multiple groups.
Consider these examples as you start to build this structure into our own church. By helping our next generation of leadership to climb stairs rather than mountains, they will be better prepared for what lies ahead. They will also prove their ability to lead before you give them a title, ensuring that your church remains healthy and continues to grow for years to come.
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