Recently I was hosting a leadership retreat for my sweet board of PWOC sisters. I intentionally carved out a bit of CRAVE time to just sit in God’s presence to see what He had to say.
Here is how He responded… And I wanted to share it with you, just in case YOU needed to hear it today.
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My Beloved Ones,
Thank you dear one for saying yes to Me! I know that christian leadership is hard and sometimes scary, but where there is faith, there is no room for fear. I am so please with you. Remember that truth in the good moments and not-so-good moments this year, because there WILL be both. Trust Me to lead you by the hand to the finish line.
You might be feeling a little bit confused or curious as to why I have called you to this position. But please know that I AM the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords, your One and Only Savior– and I DO NOT make mistakes. You were hand-picked by Me to serve in this capacity, long before I created the Earth. I loved you before that point and will love you after it. Open yourself up to Me and give Me space to work in your life. If you have a right heart towards Me, you ARE qualified to be used by Me. So the question is: Will you let that happen?
You, sweet one, are a leader. You don’t have to stand behind a microphone or lead the way into battle brandishing the sword to be a leader. I treasure My quiet leaders just as much as any other. So please– embrace your calling. You might think you are nothing “special” but oh how wrong you are! You are more precious than rubies to Me. You are the apple of My eye. You are My Beloved. You are My Desire. Come away with me daily to get a glimpse of my love for you. I will not let you down.
The enemy will try to convince you that you have nothing to offer. That is a LIE! I have handcrafted you with intentionality for this season of life. Embrace your “ordinary” facade, knowing that when great victories are won by ordinary people, there is no question as to who should get the glory! And trust Me… If you persevere, victory WILL be won, over and over again, both in your current leadership position AND in your personal walk with Me.
Stay with Me. Love one another. Extend grace. Receive grace. Pursue victory in my Son Jesus. Trust your sisters. Don’t limit your plans to earthly standards. Seek Me daily. Yearn for Me as I yearn for you. Turn the eyes of your heart to Me. Be real with everyone you meet. Drink in the abundant riches of my love. And don’t wait. Start today!
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So, dear readers– what do you think? I pray it encouraged you. I love to hear feedback. Jump in and leave a comment below.
As we part, I want to share one of my new favorite quotes I discovered in The Blackaby’s book “Spiritual Leadership.”
“As a Christian leader, the greatest reward is to know that as the earth recedes, heaven welcomes you.”
#Amen
Leading With Christ,
“And now, friends, we ask you to honor those leaders who work so hard for you, who have been given the responsibility of urging and guiding you along in your obedience. Overwhelm them with appreciation and love!” ~1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 MSG
Linking up today with Kelly, Laura at Playdates with God, Joan’s Beauty in His Grip, Jen over at Soli Deo Gloria Sisterhood, and Hazel via Tell Me a Story. Be sure to join our #EverydayJesus link-up community right here at 7 Days Time every Thursday!
