Leading with God’s Presence

Joshua 1-2; Psalms 37; 1 Corinthians 3 

“Then they answered Joshua, ‘Whatever you have commanded us we will do, and wherever you send us we will go. Just as we fully obeyed Moses, so we will obey you. Only may the Lord your God be with you as he was with Moses…Only be strong and courageous!’”

Joshua 1:16-18

These are humbling and challenging words for a leader to hear. The burden of leadership is weighty when our decisions affect the lives and the wellbeing of others. It is joyful to serve and lead others who cooperate, express availability, are committed, and loyal. However, spiritual leaders are not meant to carry this mantle alone. We must release the weight of leadership back to God and fully rely on his Spirit to lead through us. Our strength and courage must come from the Lord, not the force of our personality. When those we serve and lead sense the presence of God in our lives, we all grow in humility and maturity as we discern and follow God’s will together.

Do those you lead in your family, Church, or society recognize the presence of the Lord leading through you?

“Lord God, lead and love through me, for your glory.”