Larry & LaVerne Kreider on Passing The 21 Tests of Leadership: The Security Test

Many of us struggle with insecurities that can hold us back from fulfilling our potential in Christ. In this episode, Larry and LaVerne Kreider share their personal experiences of walking in their identity in Christ, along with biblical principles to help listeners overcome insecurities in a healthy and godly way. Larry and LaVerne discuss how recognizing our true worth in Christ can lead to genuine security, releasing control and pride and trusting in what truly matters—our identity in Christ—rather than the opinions of others.

Quotable Quotes:

• “Insecure leaders create an environment of insecurity.”
• “Insecure leaders often want and feel they need control.”
• “Security comes from knowing Christ lives in us and that without Him we can do nothing. But with Him, we can do all things!”

Highlights:

• John 8:14
• 1 John 2:27
• Secure leaders intentionally surround themselves with individuals who complement their skills and abilities, empowering and releasing them to fulfill their unique callings and purposes without undermining them.
• An insecure leader searches for and seeks opportunities to make themselves look more important.
• Galatians 2:20
• Colossians 1:27

Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

• Passing the 21 Tests of Leadership by Larry Kreider
• Passing the 21 Tests of Leadership audiobook by Larry Kreider
• The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell

Related Resources:

• DOVE International
• DOVE International Succession Plan
• Our Journey with God by Larry and LaVerne Kreider

For more information about Larry Kreider, his books, daily devotionals, small-group resources, or other teachings, visit larrykreider.com.