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IN HIS FOOTSTEPS: Integrity in Leadership

A Guide to Effective Leadership

Devotion Twenty-eight

"He who walks with integrity walks securely, but he who perverts his ways will become known." Proverbs 10:9

Did you know that integrity helps leaders walk confidently before and with others? Many lack security in their leadership because they lack integrity. Briefly, integrity refers to moral soundness, which shapes behaviours, values, and beliefs. Leaders must demonstrate this moral soundness to lead effectively.

The Word of God emphasises integrity not only to believers but also to leaders, who should exemplify it. In Proverbs, Solomon said, “He who walks with integrity walks securely...” (10:9a), highlighting the importance of integrity in leadership. A leader is only safe from blame, corruption, and criticism when he follows the principle of moral soundness by controlling his behaviour, thoughts, and beliefs. If he does the opposite or betrays his walk, he is likely to be condemned (as a hypocrite, corrupt, looter, or blasphemer). The Bible states, “He who perverts his ways will become known” (10:9b). Leaders should strongly avoid distorting their words and actions to uphold integrity with their followers.

In one of the unfortunate stories, we had a powerful pastor whom people loved. However, he betrayed the love of the people by indulging in sexual immorality until one day, he was caught with his member’s wife. They arrested and prosecuted him. Because of that, the church he pastored collapsed. The pastor's lack of integrity teaches us that leaders should be careful about their actions and avoid compromising their integrity.

With that in mind, the Bible reminds us, as leaders, to be mindful of our integrity with the people we lead and ourselves. Leaders should never distort their character by being greedy, corrupt, or sexually immoral. They should demonstrate integrity by controlling their behaviours and words and fostering healthy relationships with their members to lead effectively.

As we consider integrity in leadership, how would you describe your leadership integrity? How will you demonstrate integrity in your leadership? Beyond being secure, what is another important aspect of integrity in leadership? Whatever the cost, God calls us to walk with integrity as we lead His people; therefore, take responsibility for this call with urgency and significance.

Heavenly Father, it is difficult to lead with integrity given the fallen nature we bear. Kindly help us to cultivate the spirit of integrity by controlling our conduct, behaviour, and words. Thank you for revealing this truth to us. We trust in Your help, in Jesus’ name. 

Amen.

28th July, 2025

 

 


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