Proverbs 3:5-10 “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.

The 3Ds of Leadership & Indispensable Ministry Values

Instructor: Dr. Jerry M. Williams Audience: Ministers and Leaders Host: New Covenant Church

I. Opening Remarks

• Greetings and opening inspiration
  • “This is the day the Lord has made…”
  • Yesterday = History; Today = Reality; Tomorrow = Destiny
• Personal reflection and honor for Dr. Bryan Hudson
• 42 years of friendship and ministry partnership

II. Reflection: Four Lessons in Power and Purpose (Shared by Dr. Williams’ Son)

1. Adam – Passive man who lost paradise

• Lesson: Passivity costs purpose
• Power Principle: Don’t outsource decisions to avoid conflict

1. Samson – Strong man who gave up his edge

• Lesson: Don’t trade your mission for momentary comfort
• Power Principle: Guard your source; protect your vulnerability

1. Job – The unshaken man under fire

• Lesson: Don’t take advice from quitters
• Power Principle: Discipline speaks louder than desperation

1. Lot – Man who moved forward without looking back

• Lesson: You can’t lead people emotionally tied to the past
• Power Principle: Don’t negotiate divine direction—execute it

III. The 3 D’s of Local Church Leadership

Based on Romans 12:1–2

• Living as a sacrifice = reasonable service
• Leadership must be demonstrated, not just titled

1. Dedication

• Definition: Self-sacrificing devotion and loyalty
• Jesus as the model: Isaiah 53:5, Hebrews 12:2
• Practical example: Leaders arrive early, not “on time”

2. Diligence

• Definition: Steady, earnest, energetic effort
• Proverbs 27:23 – Know your flock
• Proverbs 12:24 – Hard work leads to leadership

3. Discipline

• Definition: Orderly conduct and self-control
• Includes:
  • Regular attendance & punctuality
  • Positive example & submission to authority
  • Lifestyle evangelism

IV. Vision Ownership Process

4 Steps to Vision Implementation:

1. Assimilation – Understand the vision
2. Integration – Make it part of you
3. Articulation – Speak it consistently
4. Demonstration – Live it in action

V. CSI³ Evangelism Model

Caring, Sharing, and Involving:

• Caring enough to…
• Share enough to…
• Invite, Introduce, or Instruct at least three people
• Based on Romans Road (Rom 3:23; 6:23; 5:8; 10:9–10)
• Focus on lifestyle evangelism rather than event-driven outreach

VI. Indispensable Values of Ministry (8 Values)

1. Faith
2. Commitment
3. Obedience
4. Integrity
5. Excellence
6. Responsibility
7. Accountability
8. Confidentiality

VII. Seven Attributes of Poor Ministry Values (Who Not to Be)

1. Inconsistent
2. Slothful
3. Unaccountable
4. Irresponsible
5. Uncommunicative
6. Unteachable
7. Unorganized

VIII. Five Leadership Styles

1. Bureaucratic – Rule-bound
2. Autocratic – Dictatorial
3. Laissez-faire – Hands-off
4. Permissive – Tolerant of all
5. Participative – Engaged and consultative (ideal model)

IX. Best Fit Leadership Model

• Can Do – Based on skills & training
• Will Do – Based on desire & passion
• How Fit – Based on personality, values, and spiritual gifts
• Intersection = Best Fit

X. Leadership Readiness Pre-Flight Checklist

(Must answer “yes” to all to serve in leadership)

1. Born again
2. Spirit-filled
3. Regular prayer/devotion life
4. Priorities in order
5. Consistent worship attendance
6. Consistent midweek attendance
7. Punctual to meetings
8. Faithful tither
9. Serving in ministry/helps
10. Household in scriptural order
11. Free from addictions

XI. Closing Charge

• “Coming together is a beginning; staying together is progress; working together is success.”
• Stay the course with dedication, diligence, discipline, and faithfulness

BIBLE STUDY NOTES AND RESOURCES

Summary: "You Are the Salt of the Earth: What is the Salt of the Covenant?" –

Bible Study by Dr. Bryan Hudson

This Bible study explores Jesus’ declaration, “You are the salt of the earth” (Matthew 5:13) and examines the deeper meaning behind the "salt of the covenant" referenced in Leviticus 2:13. Dr. Hudson explains that salt symbolizes influence, which is central to the believer's purpose and identity. Just as salt preserves, purifies, and adds flavor, Christians are called to influence the world through godly living and covenant relationship with God.

Key themes include:

• Influence as the essence of salt: Salt’s historic uses (purification, preservation, healing, and value) all reflect its power to influence, just as believers are called to influence the world through God’s presence in them.

• Covenant relationship: The “salt of the covenant” represents a perpetual, faithful relationship with God, marked by commitment and consistency, not just temporary benefit.

• Spiritual formation through SHAPE: Using Rick Warren’s acronym (Spiritual gifts, Heart, Abilities, Personality, Experiences), Dr. Hudson explains how God shapes believers through trials (fire) and divine influence (salt).

• Seasoned by fire: Trials refine faith like fire purifies gold or forms stainless steel—painful but purposeful, producing strength and Christlikeness.

• New Testament application: Jesus shifts the salt metaphor from ritual to spiritual reality—"have salt in yourselves and peace with one another" (Mark 9:50)—emphasizing inner transformation that leads to external impact.

• Living as influencers: Believers must first be influenced by God to influence others effectively. A lack of God's influence leads to a loss of “saltiness” or spiritual vitality.

• Practical outcome: A life seasoned by God results in peace, stronger relationships, and the ability to represent Christ as both salt and light in the world.

Ultimately, Dr. Hudson teaches that to be the salt of the earth is to live under God's influence, embody His covenant, and positively impact others with purity, purpose, and perseverance.