It has been said that great leaders are also great followers. Wise leaders understand authority. They don’t continually strive to be in charge. Rather, they are keenly respectful of those who have authority over them. The apostle Paul was an inspirational leader of others, yet he never lost sight of his King. Paul never sought to usurp Christ’s authority or to strive for his independence. He knew his life was wholly dependent on Christ.
Paul was always candid about his own sin and shortcomings. He readily acknowledged that he was the chief of sinners. Yet he could never speak for long before returning his focus and attention to his King. He never lost his amazement that the King of kings had called him into service. As a result, it was never about Paul. He was but a servant. It was always about Christ.
Paul experienced some astounding accomplishments during his life. Yet he never dwelt upon them or boasted about them. He was never held captive by a need for others’ affirmation or approval. No matter what Paul was doing or discussing, he inevitably turned his focus to Christ. Every aspect of Paul’s life could be traced back to his Lord. His entire existence was a doxology to his King.