Servant-Leadership

In Luke 22:24-27 there is an interesting story about the disciples of Jesus. They are arguing amongst themselves about greatness, authority. Jesus explains to them that they are not to be as those in the business world, but as He is: a servant-leader.
What exactly is a "servant-leader"? Many times this phrase is used to express anxiety and dislike toward one who is in a position of or asserting authority, as though there should be no actual authority among church-goers. This is not the full teaching of the New Testament, nor is it even practical. The Apostle Paul declared the need for spiritual authority, 2 Corinthains 10:8; Titus 2:15. Further, Hebrews 13:7 requires people to submit to the spiritual authority of those called by God to lead. The letters of 1 and 2 Timothy, and Titus are written specifically to provide order to the local church. So, authority is not really the issue, humility is.
To be a servant-leader as spoken by Jesus means to be serving and leading at the same time. A sevant-leader does not direct others while telling or watching. Rather they lead others by doing and inviting. 1 Peter 5:1-5 teaches about being a servant-leader and about being a follower.
Christ's Church needs order, and this comes from leaders being called, equipped, and qualified. It is not a director-ship only, but an example-ship. Leaders do and invite others to do with them.