2001 Inaugural Message

1 Corinthians 15:58

Leaders You Can Follow

Legacy of Leadership at Dallas Theological Seminary

• Recognition of Past Presidents:
  • Dr. Lewis Sperry Chafer: "Courageous Vision"
  • Dr. John F. Walvoord: "Theological Clarity"
  • Dr. Donald K. Campbell: "Academic Leadership"
  • Dr. Charles Swindoll: "Gracious and Gifted"

Key Themes and Parables

• Training and Leadership
  • Importance of biblical, theological, spiritual, ethical, relational, and missional training
• Biblical Parables of Stewardship
  • Parable of the Minas (Luke 19)
  • Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25)

Shared and Unique Responsibilities

• Commonalities among Christians
• Individual gifts and responsibilities

Traits of a Trustworthy Leader

• Commendation from the Master
  • The desired commendation: "Well done, good and faithful servant"
• Three Key Traits of Leaders
  • Ability (Well done)
    • Importance of teaching, leading, and caring
  • Integrity (Good)
    • Psalm 78:72
    • Psalm 15
    • Character over reputation
  • Fidelity (Faithful)
    • Long-term faithfulness and commitment
    • 1 Corinthians 15:58

Examples and Applications

• Examples of Leadership
  • Real-life examples of impactful leadership
  • Stories from the USS Enterprise and its chaplain
• Recognition of Military Service
  • Acknowledgement of the service and sacrifice of military personnel and their families

Conclusion

• Expression of gratitude for the support of Dallas Theological Seminary
• Prayer for leaders and the nation

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