Leader – The Characteristics of a Leader

What makes a leader?Is a leader born, born with those natural leadership qualities, or is a leader made, made by experience, trial and error?A leader surely is one who steps up, steps forward, takes charge, one who recognizes the opportunity to provide direction, encouragement.A leader is surely one who is not afraid to make decisions, take risks, and in extreme cases, be willing to risk life and limb for what he or she believes is right.A pastor, for example, takes charge. He speaks with voice strong, courageous, especially when those words come from the Lord who has promised to