Sisters of Grace

Honestly, I did not for many years consider myself a leader, I was much like little David of the Bible; fine to stay in the background. I have always been to content serving others and supporting their ideas. At times this would prove to be disastrous because following the wrong person’s lead can take you where you don’t want to go! It took many years of God showing me that I was an ambassador for Christ and I was destined for leadership!

The more I became comfortable with trusting myself and leaning into the role, I realized that all leaders do not have to be loud or bossy. Leadership is simply being willing to take accountability and having a willingness to put others first. If only our political leaders would understand this concept! Jesus said “The greatest among you will be your servant,” “For those who humble themselves will be exalted.” (Mathew 23;11-12 ESV) The more our ego fights to rule over others and take without giving first it will not last. The greatest people that have made the most influential impact on a generation are those who poured into others.

Consequently, I do not cringe as often when someone asks if I am a leader, because yes I am. I may be shy at times, have trouble speaking in front of large crowds but the love that Jesus has given me! That love flows through my veins and I feel compelled to share that love in some way. It may be a smile, compliment, an encouraging word, a prayer for an unsuspecting person, giving money, serving the community, supporting others,etc. The ways we can impact the lives of others are countless. I used to desire greatly for a position in my local church, but when those opportunities never seemed to arise I learned to humble down. When I look more within, I realize that it’s more important to serve in the shadows than desire the approval of man.

Some of the greatest leadership moments of my life, were quite simple moments. One day a friend called to tell me how my transformation through Christ, inspired him to be baptized and get to know the Lord. He told me him and his mom were now going to church. The one time that I was on tv and spoke in front of a large crowd, I only remember one woman coming up to me. This lady told me how much I helped her by the words I spoke that day, as I shared my struggles as a young single mother. We may not always know the impact that we make immediately. One of my favorite scriptures “But when you pray, go into your room, and when you have shut the door, pray to your Father who is in the secret place; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly…”(Matthew 6:6 NKJV)

We must remember that we are all leaders in various forms, we lead our children, spouses, coworkers, friends, family, neighbors, etc. Although some people have greater influence and may reach a larger number of people we all should be careful of how we lead. “Leadership is action, not position.” God sees the seeds we plant and our rewards will come in many different forms but the greatest reward will be the impact on those we are destined to reach! Do not hide your gifts and talents, share them and touch someone with your light! Happy Reading!