50 Bible Verses about Leadership
Whether you’re a big sister, a friend, or someone in charge at school or work, leadership is about making choices that help others. The Bible has verses that tell us what makes a good leader and how we can be like Jesus, who was the best leader of all.
In this article, we’re going to explore these verses about leadership. We’ll learn how leaders in the Bible faced challenges and made important decisions. These verses will help us become leaders who care for others, listen well, and make the world a better place.
So, let’s take a journey through the Bible’s pages, like an exciting adventure to become the best leaders we can be. As we read these verses, let’s remember that Jesus is our ultimate guide, showing us how to lead with love and make a positive difference in the lives of those around us.
Proverbs 29:18 – “Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law,
50 Bible Verses about Leadership
Proverbs 29:18
“Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.”
Exodus 18:21
“Moreover, look for able men from all the people, men who fear God, who are trustworthy and hate a bribe, and place such men over the people as chiefs of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens.”
Proverbs 16:9
“The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.”
Joshua 1:9
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
1 Timothy 4:12
“Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.”
Hebrews 13:17
“Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they are keeping watch over your souls, as those who will have to give an account. Let them do this with joy and not with groaning, for that would be of no advantage to you.”
Proverbs 11:14
“Where there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety.”
Nehemiah 2:20
“Then I replied to them, ‘The God of heaven will make us prosper, and we his servants will arise and build, but you have no portion or right or claim in Jerusalem.'”
Matthew 20:26
“But whoever would be great among you must be your servant.”
Proverbs 15:22
“Without counsel plans fail, but with many advisers they succeed.”
Romans 12:8
“The one who leads, with zeal; the one who does acts of mercy, with cheerfulness.”
Mark 10:45
“For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”
1 Peter 5:3
“Not domineering over those in your charge, but being examples to the flock.”
Psalm 78:72
“With upright heart he shepherded them and guided them with his skillful hand.”
Luke 22:26
“But not so with you. Rather, let the greatest among you become as the youngest, and the leader as one who serves.”
2 Timothy 2:2
“And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also.”
Isaiah 40:11
“He will tend his flock like a shepherd; he will gather the lambs in his arms; he will carry them in his bosom, and gently lead those that are with young.”
Acts 6:3
“Therefore, brothers, pick out from among you seven men of good repute, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we will appoint to this duty.”
Luke 12:48
“Everyone to whom much was given, of him much will be required, and from him to whom they entrusted much, they will demand the more.”
Titus 1:7
“For an overseer, as God’s steward, must be above reproach. He must not be arrogant or quick-tempered or a drunkard or violent or greedy for gain.”
Psalm 23:1-2
“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters.”
1 Corinthians 16:15-16
“Now I urge you, brothers—you know that the household of Stephanas were the first converts in Achaia, and that they have devoted themselves to the service of the saints—be subject to such as these, and to every fellow worker and laborer.”
Proverbs 14:28
“In a multitude of people is the glory of a king, but without people a prince is ruined.”
John 13:15
“For I have given you an example, that you also should do just as I have done to you.”
1 Peter 5:2-3
“Shepherd the flock of God that is among you, exercising oversight, not under compulsion, but willingly, as God would have you; not for shameful gain, but eagerly; not domineering over those in your charge, but being examples to the flock.”
Matthew 5:14-16
“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.”
Romans 12:6-8
“Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, in proportion to our faith; if service, in our serving; the one who teaches, in his teaching; the one who exhorts, in his exhortation; the one who contributes, in generosity; the one who leads, with zeal; the one who does acts of mercy, with cheerfulness.”
1 Corinthians 15:58
“Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.”
Proverbs 20:28
“Steadfast love and faithfulness preserve the king, and by steadfast love his throne is upheld.”
Matthew 23:11
“The greatest among you shall be your servant.”
2 Samuel 5:2
“In times past, when Saul was king over us, it was you who led out and brought in Israel. And the Lord said to you, ‘You shall be shepherd of my people Israel, and you shall be prince over Israel.'”
Luke 6:40
“A disciple is not above his teacher, but everyone when he is fully trained will be like his teacher.”
1 Timothy 3:1-5
“The saying is trustworthy: If anyone aspires to the office of overseer, he desires a noble task. Therefore an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not a drunkard, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, not a lover of money. He must manage his own household well, with all dignity keeping his children submissive, for if someone does not know how to manage his own household, how will he care for God’s church?”
Proverbs 28:16
“A ruler who lacks understanding is a cruel oppressor, but he who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.”
Jeremiah 3:15
“And I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will feed you with knowledge and understanding.”
Matthew 25:21
“His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master.'”
Psalm 78:71-72
“From following the nursing ewes he brought him to shepherd Jacob his people, Israel his inheritance. With upright heart he shepherded them and guided them with his skillful hand.”
Luke 16:10
“One who is faithful in a very little is also faithful in much, and one who is dishonest in a very little is also dishonest in much.”
2 Corinthians 8:21
“For we aim at what is honorable not only in the Lord’s sight but also in the sight of man.”
Numbers 11:17
“And I will come down and talk with you there. And I will take some of the Spirit that is on you and put it on them, and they shall bear the burden of the people with you, so that you may not bear it yourself alone.”
Matthew 20:27-28
“And whoever would be first among you must be your slave, even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”
Hebrews 13:7
“Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God. Consider the outcome of their way of life, and imitate their faith.”
1 Thessalonians 5:12-13
“We ask you, brothers, to respect those who labor among you and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, and to esteem them very highly in love because of their work. Be at peace among yourselves.”
Deuteronomy 1:15
“So I took the heads of your tribes, wise and experienced men, and set them as heads over you, commanders of thousands, commanders of hundreds, commanders of fifties, commanders of tens, and officers, throughout your tribes.”
Matthew 24:45-46
“Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom his master has set over his household, to give them their food at the proper time? Blessed is that servant whom his master will find so doing when he comes.”
Acts 14:23
“And when they had appointed elders for them in every church, with prayer and fasting they committed them to the Lord in whom they had believed.”
1 Peter 2:25
“For you were straying like sheep, but have now returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.”
James 3:1
“Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness.”
Exodus 18:24
“So Moses listened to the voice of his father-in-law and did all that he had said. Moses chose able men out of all Israel and made them heads over the people, chiefs of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens.”
1 Corinthians 10:33
“Just as I try to please everyone in everything I do, not seeking my own advantage, but that of many, that they may be saved.”
Conclusion
These verses highlight the qualities and responsibilities of leaders as well as the importance of serving and shepherding others with wisdom, humility, and faithfulness.
We’ve heard stories about people like Moses and Jesus who led with courage and cared deeply for others. It’s like they left footprints in the sand, showing us the way to be leaders who make a positive difference. The Bible reminds us that leadership isn’t about being the boss, but about serving and helping others, just like Jesus did.
So, as we finish this journey, let’s remember that we can be leaders in big ways and small ways. Whether it’s helping a friend, being a good listener, or standing up for what’s right, these verses remind us that we have the power to lead with love. Just like a light shining in the darkness, our leadership can bring hope, joy, and positive change to the world around us.
Let’s hold these verses close to our hearts and let them guide us as we lead with faith, love, and a desire to make the world a better place. Just as Jesus showed us, leadership is about being a servant to others, and with His example, we can lead in a way that truly matters.
