Purposeful Alignment: Leadership Meeting - Pastor Patrick Ligon
Lesson Notes
Congregational Confession
Great Faith Church Leadership Structure
“Empowering GFC Leadership through Jesus' Governance Model”
Introduction
This training is designed to develop and empower Great Faith Church leaders using the biblical governance model demonstrated by Jesus Christ. Leadership is a divine calling, and this guide will provide the principles, responsibilities, and scriptural foundations necessary for effective ministry leadership.
I. Chief Apostle – (Pastor Patrick Ligon) The Visionary Leader
Role & Responsibility
Serves as the spiritual authority over the church.
Establishes doctrinal and cultural foundation of the vision
Trains and develops all leadership by declaration documentation.
Provides mentorship and accountability to top-tier leaders.
Ephesians 4:11-12 (KJV) – "And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ."
Proverbs 29:18 (KJV) – "Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he."
Matthew 10:1 (KJV) – "And when he had called unto him his twelve disciples, he gave them power against unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease."
II. The Three–Inner Circle (Senior Leadership Team)
Role & Responsibilities
Serve as intercessors, counselors, and accountability partners to Pastor.
Oversee and mentor the Twelve.
Mark 9:2 (KJV) – "And after six days Jesus taketh with him Peter, and James, and John, and leadeth them up into an high mountain apart by themselves: and he was transfigured before them."
Luke 8:51 (KJV) – "And when he came into the house, he suffered no man to go in, save Peter, and James, and John, and the father and the mother of the maiden."
Matthew 26:37 (KJV) – "And he took with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, and began to be sorrowful and very heavy."
III. The Twelve – Core Leadership (Pastors, Elders, Ministers, Key
Leaders)
Roles & Responsibilities
Oversee ministries and departments.
Ensure the spiritual and operational execution of the church's vision.
Teach, disciple, and train upcoming leaders.
Protect doctrinal integrity.
Luke 9:1-2 (KJV) – "Then he called his twelve disciples together, and gave them power and authority over all devils, and to cure diseases. And he sent them to preach the kingdom of God, and to heal the sick."
John 20:21-22 (KJV) – "As my Father hath sent me, even so send I you. And when he had said this, he breathed on them, and saith unto them, Receive ye the Holy Ghost."
Acts 6:3-4 (KJV) – "Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business. But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word."
IV. The Seventy – Expanding Leadership (Ministry Leaders, Servant-Leaders, Emerging Ministers)
Role & Responsibilities
Supervise teams and outreach efforts.
Implement the vision in practical ministry.
Engage in evangelism, discipleship, and church support.
Luke 10:1 (KJV) – "After these things the Lord appointed other seventy also, and sent them two and two before his face into every city and place, whither he himself would come."
Luke 10:17-20 (KJV) – "And the seventy returned again with joy, saying, Lord, even the devils are subject unto us through thy name..."
2 Timothy 2:2 (KJV) – "And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also."
V. The Multitudes – General Membership & Followers
Role & Responsibility
Participate in worship, learning, and service.
Grow in faith through discipleship and teaching.
Support church missions through giving and volunteerism.
Engage in evangelism and community outreach.
Matthew 5:1-2 (KJV) – "And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him: And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying..."
Matthew 9:36-38 (KJV) – "But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd."
Acts 2:41-42 (KJV) – "Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. And they continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers."
This governance model ensures your Great Faith Church leadership functions in alignment with Jesus' strategy. It provides spiritual authority, clear delegation, and a sustainable structure for growth and transformation. By applying this structure, your church will reflect the Kingdom order Jesus established, leading to greater effectiveness, unity, and empowerment in ministry.
1. Bearing One Another’s Burdens
Galatians 6:2 (KJV) – “Bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.”
• This verse emphasizes the Christian duty to share in the struggles of others, including emotional burdens, and lift them up in prayer.
2. The Holy Spirit’s Role in Intercession
Romans 8:26 (ESV) – “Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.”
• Sometimes, when we feel emotional burdens that we cannot explain, it may be the Holy Spirit prompting us to intercede.
3. Jesus’ Compassion and Intercession
Matthew 9:36 (KJV) – “But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd.”
• Jesus felt the pain of the people and was moved to action. His compassion led Him to teach, heal, and pray for them.
4. Nehemiah’s Burden for His People
Nehemiah 1:4 (ERV) – “When I heard these things, I sat down and cried. I was very sad. I fasted and prayed to the God of heaven for several days.”
• Nehemiah felt the weight of his people’s suffering, and this deep emotional burden led him into intercession.
5. Samuel’s Deep Intercession for Israel
1 Samuel 12:23 (KJV) – “Moreover as for me, God forbid that I should sin against the Lord in ceasing to pray for you: but I will teach you the good and the right way.”
• Samuel felt responsible for the people and committed to continual prayer for them.
6. Paul’s Deep Concern for the Church
2 Corinthians 11:28 (ESV) – “And, apart from other things, there is the daily pressure on me of my anxiety for all the churches.”
• Paul carried an emotional burden for the believers, which led him to constant prayer and letters of encouragement.
7. Job’s Intercession for His Friends
Job 42:10 (KJV) – “And the Lord turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends: also the Lord gave Job twice as much as he had before.”
• Job interceded for his friends despite his own suffering, demonstrating that feeling the pain of others can lead to breakthrough prayers.
8. Jesus Feeling the Grief of Others
John 11:33-35 (KJV) – “When Jesus therefore saw her weeping, and the Jews also weeping which came with her, he groaned in the spirit, and was troubled, and said, Where have ye laid him? They said unto him, Lord, come and see. Jesus wept.”
• Jesus felt the sorrow of Mary and those around her and was moved to action, even though He knew He would raise Lazarus.
Conclusion
Feeling the burdens, hurts, and emotions of others is often a spiritual prompting to intercede for them. Whether through the Holy Spirit, personal compassion, or a divine assignment, Scripture supports the idea that our emotional sensitivity to others can serve as a call to prayer.