How can church leaders today emulate Josiah's example from 2 Chronicles 35:2?

◄ How can leaders emulate Josiah today? ►

Scripture Focus

“ He appointed the priests to their duties and encouraged them in the service of the house of the LORD.” (2 Chronicles 35:2)

Key Insight: Leadership That Organizes and Energizes

Josiah’s two-fold action—appointing and encouraging—shows that godly leadership combines clear structure with heartfelt motivation.

Practical Ways Leaders Can Emulate Josiah Today

• Clarify Roles: Identify gifts in the congregation and place believers where they can serve best (cf. Romans 12:4-8).

• Provide Training: Offer ongoing instruction so that servants of God feel equipped (cf. Ephesians 4:11-12).

• Offer Personal Encouragement: Regularly speak words that build faith and perseverance (cf. Hebrews 10:24-25).

• Model Servanthood: Lead by example, demonstrating humility and diligence (cf. 1 Peter 5:2-3).

• Guard Sound Doctrine: Ensure that every ministry aligns with Scripture (cf. 1 Timothy 3:15; Titus 1:9).

• Celebrate Faithfulness: Publicly recognize and honor those who labor well (cf. 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13).

• Maintain Prayer Support: Uphold workers in prayer, asking God to supply strength and wisdom (cf. Colossians 1:9-10).

Results to Expect

• A unified team that knows its purpose.

• A congregation encouraged to use spiritual gifts.

• Increased joy and endurance in ministry.

• A church that reflects “decently and in order” worship (cf. 1 Corinthians 14:40).