Jesus radically recasts true leadership by modeling servant leadership. Jesus, rather than wielding power and authority for self-promotion, empowers and lifts up others. Jesus teaches, “The Son of Man came not to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.” In contrast to worldly leadership, Jesus’ followers lead by serving. Disciples regard whatever power or privilege God has afforded them as gifts to be given for the sake of others. Followers seek to protect and promote others, even to their own hurt. Jesus does not call His disciples to walk a path that He did not walk. “To serve” is the reason He came into the world. He is the perfect example of selfless, loving, God-honoring service.