Leading

In my leadership class, we delved into what it means to lead.  What does it mean exactly? Are you a leader only if you have followers that obey your every word? Or, is leading something way more sophisticated? I would argue that leading has more to do with the inside of a a person rather than the amount of people behind him. I think one example that often gets misconstrued is the Bible's depiction of a man leading his household. At face value, many could take this as misogynistic and unfair to the woman within the household, but I would say that that isn't the case. In the same passage that Christ tells women to submit to their husbands, he commands men to love their wives, as Christ loved the church (key part coming up) giving himself over for her. Christ gave his life for the church. So, this isn't leadership in a militant sense, but rather in a sacrificial, protective, servant manner. This, I feel is the best way to lead. If people know that you have their best interest at heart and would sacrifice yourself for them, it is much easier for them to be on board with your decision. This manner of leadership, in my opinion, should be evident in the therapeutic relationship.