One of the great joys of being a part of East Point Church is watching the leadership develop.  Currently in our leadership training we seeking to better understand Paul’s words to Timothy:  “Keep a close watch on yourself and on the teaching.  Persist in this, for by so doing you will save both yourself and your hearers” (1Tim. 4:16).  Biblical leadership is found in both what we do and what we believe.  Both of these are important to God and thus need to have our careful and undivided attention.  Why?  Because others are watching and they are listening.  One thing is sure, if you have no one following, you are not a leader.  Thus to truly be a leader is to know that others are following.  When we persist and are careful to give attention to our life and our doctrine we not only set an example, but we also care for our own souls and the souls of those whom God has graciously put in our charge.   In this we rejoice to worship God and serve the beloved.