I present to you a compilation of inspirational Bible verses on self leadership. These self-leadership bible verses offer wisdom, encouragement, and practical guidance on how to lead ourselves effectively, make wise choices, and live a purposeful life aligned with God’s plan.
What does the Bible say about Self-leadership?
The concept of self-leadership in the Bible is rooted in the belief that as individuals, we have the ability and responsibility to direct our own lives according to God’s will.
Across the Old and New Testaments, the Bible torchlights several aspects of self-leadership offering guidance, instruction, and examples for its practice. It is a system and technique to be leveraged and utilized by every candidate of heaven for the successful establishment of God’s will and fulfillment of purpose.
Let’s take a look at some of these Bible verses.
31 Bible Verses about Self-leadership[A non-exhaustive list].
We compiled quite a number of bible verses teaching about the concept of self-leadership and the stewards, disciples, (basically, anyone) in Bible times who walked in alignment with God’s will). Below are some common themes that were found.
1. His Will, Your Purpose.
- John 1:13 – “Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God.”
- John 4:34 – “Jesus saith unto them, My meat is to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work.”
- John 6:38 – “For I came down from heaven, not to do mine own will, but the will of him that sent me.”
- John 6:39 – “And this is the Father’s will which hath sent me, that of all which he hath given me I should lose nothing, but should raise it up again at the last day.”
- John 6:40 – “And this is the will of him that sent me, that every one which seeth the Son, and believeth on him, may have everlasting life: and I will raise him up at the last day.”
- John 7:17 – “If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine, whether it be of God, or whether I speak of myself.”
2. Divine Leading.
- John 9:31 – “Now we know that God heareth not sinners: but if any man be a worshipper of God, and doeth his will, him he heareth.”
- 1 Samuel 3:10 – “And the Lord came, and stood, and called as at other times, Samuel, Samuel. Then Samuel answered, Speak; for thy servant heareth.”
- Isaiah 30:21- Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, “This is the way; walk in it.”
3. Obedience to God’s Will.
- Ephesians 2:10 HCSB – “For we are His creation, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared ahead of time so that we should walk in them.”
- Ephesians 2:10 NIV – “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
- Ecclesiastes 12:6-8 AMP – “Remember [earnestly] also your Creator [that you are not your own, but His property now] in the days of your youth, before the evil days come or the years draw near when you will say [of physical pleasures], I have no enjoyment in them— Before the sun and the light and the moon and the stars are darkened [by impaired vision], and the clouds [of depression] return after the rain [of tears]; In the day when the keepers of the house (hands, arms) tremble and the strong men (feet, knees) bow themselves, and the grinders (molar teeth) cease because they are few, and those who look out of the windows (eyes) are darkened;”
- Ecclesiastes 12:1 AMP – “Remember [earnestly] also your Creator [that you are not your own, but His property now] in the days of your youth, before the evil days come or the years draw near when you will say [of physical pleasures], I have no enjoyment in them—”
4. Diligence and Skillfulness.
- Exodus 35:21 – “And they came, every one whose heart stirred him up, and every one whom his spirit made willing, and they brought the Lord’s offering to the work of the tabernacle of the congregation, and for all his service, and for the holy garments.”
- Exodus 35:25 – “And all the women that were wise-hearted did spin with their hands, and brought that which they had spun, both of blue, and of purple, and of scarlet, and of fine linen.”
- 1 Chronicles 26:30 – “And of the Hebronites, Hashabiah and his brethren, men of valour, a thousand and seven hundred, were officers among them of Israel on this side Jordan westward in all the business of the Lord, and in the service of the king.”
- 1 Chronicles 26:32 – “And his brethren, men of valour, were two thousand and seven hundred chief fathers, whom king David made rulers over the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasseh, for every matter pertaining to God, and affairs of the king.”
- Proverbs 22:29 – “Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men.”
- Jeremiah 10:9 – “Silver spread into plates is brought from Tarshish, and gold from Uphaz, the work of the workman, and of the hands of the founder: blue and purple is their clothing: they are all the work of cunning men.”
- Jeremiah 10:9 – “Silver spread into plates is brought from Tarshish, and gold from Uphaz, the work of the workman, and of the hands of the founder: blue and purple is their clothing: they are all the work of cunning men.”
- Colossians 3:23-24 – “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.”
5. Life of faith in God.
- Matthew 14:28-31 – “And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be thou, bid me come unto thee on the water. And he said, Come. And when Peter was come down out of the ship, he walked on the water, to go to Jesus. But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me. And immediately Jesus stretched forth his hand, and caught him, and said unto him, O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt?”
- Acts 11:22-24 – “Then tidings of these things came unto the ears of the church which was in Jerusalem: and they sent forth Barnabas, that he should go as far as Antioch. Who, when he came, and had seen the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord. For he was a good man, and full of the Holy Ghost and of faith: and much people was added unto the Lord.”
- Matthew 16:24-25 – “Then Jesus told His disciples, “If anyone wants to come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me. For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will find it.”
- Matthew 19:20-21 – “All these I have kept,” said the young man. “What do I still lack?” 21 Jesus told him, “If you want to be perfect, go, sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow Me.”
6. Qualities and character traits of a Good Leader.
- Exodus 31:1-5 – “And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, See, I have called by name Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah: And I have filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, and in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship, To devise cunning works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass,”
- 1 Kings 7:14 – “He was a widow’s son of the tribe of Naphtali, and his father was a man of Tyre, a worker in brass: and he was filled with wisdom, and understanding, and cunning to work all works in brass. And he came to king Solomon, and wrought all his work.”
- 1 Chronicles 2:7,13-14 – “And the sons of Carmi; Achar, the troubler of Israel, who transgressed in the thing accursed. And Jesse begat his firstborn Eliab, and Abinadab the second, and Shimma the third, Nethaneel the fourth, Raddai the fifth, Ozem the sixth, David the seventh:”
- Psalms 1:1-6 – “Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. But his delight is in the law of the Lord; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper. The ungodly are not so: but are like the chaff which the wind driveth away. Therefore the ungodly shall not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous. For the Lord knoweth the way of the righteous: but the way of the ungodly shall perish.”
- Proverbs 22:29 – “Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men.”
- Psalms 15:1-3 – “Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle? who shall dwell in thy holy hill? He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart. He that backbiteth not with his tongue, nor doeth evil to his neighbour, nor taketh up a reproach against his neighbour.”
- 1 Peter 2:1 – “Wherefore laying aside all malice, and all guile, and hypocrisies, and envies, and all evil speaking,”
Related: 39 comprehensive Bible Verses about leadership qualities
Conclusion.
In conclusion, these Bible verses offer valuable insights and guidance for self-leadership and personal growth. Take a deeper look at them. Craft out time to reflect on how you can apply these truths in your life for more impact.
