From Diabolical to Dialogical: Transforming Ethics Through Dialogical Leadership

Authors

Brian Ruffner, Regent University

First Page

52

Last Page

65

Abstract

Much like the example of David and Nathan in 2 Samuel 11–12 demonstrated, moral lapses victimize the entire organization, and members often persist in ethical misconduct without full comprehension of the gravity of their actions. As an antidote, organizational members must be vigilant and resolute in watching for the signs of ethical degradation, forming a noticing organization. However, as opposed to confronting ethical misconduct head-on, dialogical leadership, encompassing a Trinitarian perspective, attempts to preserve the fabric of community through strategic narrative and transparent dialogue aimed at raising ethical awareness and inhibiting unethical behavior.

Recommended Citation

Ruffner, Brian (2016) "From Diabolical to Dialogical: Transforming Ethics Through Dialogical Leadership," Journal of Applied Christian Leadership: Vol. 10: No. 2, 52-65.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.andrews.edu/jacl/vol10/iss2/6