As mentioned below, someone in an authority position can be more forceful. Certainly, someone in a pulpit must boldly proclaim Christ’s death and resurrection for sin. But, even then, a leader must be humble. The Bible teaches that.
When working with peers, or anyone one-on-one, however, humility and other traits are much more important. And, whether in the pulpit, as a friend, or anywhere else, you have a duty to build others up.
