11/03/2026
Morning Talk 1 / Day 2: Highlights on Leadership, Vision, Mission, and Action
By Pastor U*i Joshua
1. Vision and Power
Vision is seeing the future and pursuing it.
The power of vision is the ability and energy to act on that vision.
Leaders must drive the vision; without leadership, the vision fails.
Example: Goal to reach 124,000 souls or 56 islands in Vanuatu.
Visualising the goal helps align effort and motivates followers.
Leaders must inspire faith, commitment, and action.
2. Levels of People
Wanderers: Do not see or pursue the vision; remain passive.
Followers: See the vision but do not act independently.
Achievers: See the vision and actively pursue it.
Leaders: See the vision first, guide others, and inspire action.
Reflect: Which group are you, and which do you want to be known as?
3. Achievement and Recognition
Achievers are action-oriented and plan strategically.
Leaders must recognise and reward achievement.
Commitment and success are linked; personal efforts are acknowledged.
Great leaders know where they are going and persuade others to follow.
4. Organisational Alignment
Church structure: Zonal Patrol → Area Patrol → Parish Patrol → Workers/Administrators → Members.
Vision slows down if any level does not adopt or communicate it.
Leaders must cast and enlighten the vision consistently.
Alignment across all levels is essential for effective ex*****on.
5. Growth, Youth, and Engagement
Youth engagement: Regular meetings (weekly or monthly) encourage participation.
Growth is measured by new members, activities, and strategic planning.
Training and seminars improve skills, productivity, and engagement.
6. Finance and Church Administration
Every church member and pastor must open a bank account for the church.
A financial organisation ensures smooth operations and accountability.
Contributions, assets, and resources must bring value to the church and its members.
7. Community Social Responsibility (CSR)
CSR is critical to win the love and trust of the community.
Practical actions include:
Supporting education (school fees)
Housing and accommodation support
Economic assistance and social programs
CSR strengthens membership, influence, and engagement.
8. Evangelism and Duplication
Purpose of salvation: to preach the gospel and duplicate yourself in others.
Practical goal: bring at least one person to church per month.
Consistent evangelism leads to growth and fulfilment of the mission.
9. Prayer, Faith, and Action
All things are possible through Christ (Philippians 4:13).
Focus on God; He will accomplish what we can not.
Do your part (e.g., remove the stone in John 11); God does His part.
Daily discipline in prayer and fasting is essential to overcome challenges.
10. Commitment and Mission
Success is tied to personal and collective commitment.
Leaders and followers must pursue the mission with consistency, dedication, and persistence.
Differences:
Person with a mission: Has a plan but may not act.
Missionary person: Has a plan and actively works to achieve it.
The credibility, acceptance, and value of the mission depend on:
The leader’s guidance
Timing and presentation
Energy and effort invested
11. Practical Steps to Achieve the Mission
Fast and pray consistently.
Study the Word of God diligently.
Take practical action — evangelism, CSR, training, organisational alignment.
Leverage experience and resources are available through the church.
Be ready “in tipping and out of tipping” — always prepared to act.
Trust God for timing and rewards, even if results seem delayed.
12. Leadership Principles
Leaders must:
Know the vision clearly.
Inspire and persuade followers.
Align resources and people toward the goal.
Recognise and reward achievement.
Foster unity, faith, and commitment among members.
13. Closing Reflections
Pray for grace, passion, and commitment to fulfil the mission.
Success is a partnership between God, leaders, and people.
Teachings and vision are ongoing; internalise and act on them continuously.
