Do you cultivate vertical and horizontal relationships? (88-5)

Written by Barry-Werner on September 25th, 2009. Posted in Ecclesiastes, Encouragement, Humility, Leadership Principles, Listening, Old Testament, Relationships.

Relational skills are very important to godly leaders. A godly leader’s faith doesn’t simply revolve around religious creeds or doctrines even though God-honoring creeds and doctrines are important. God designed us to have vertical relationships with Him and horizontal relationships with the people around us. Developing good relationships is critical to any leader’s long-term success. Review again 1 Samuel 25 this time making comparisons between the approach to relationship building of Abigail and her husband Nabal.

As you review Abigail’s actions think about the following relationship building skills: