What is the purpose of leadership?
Deuteronomy 1:9-13
Moses continued, “At that time I told you, ‘You are too great a burden for me to carry all by myself. 10 The LORD your God has increased your population, making you as numerous as the stars! 11 And may the LORD, the God of your ancestors, multiply you a thousand times more and bless you as he promised! 12 But you are such a heavy load to carry! How can I deal with all your problems and bickering? 13 Choose some well-respected men from each tribe who are known for their wisdom and understanding, and I will appoint them as your leaders.’ Deuteronomy 1:9-13 (NLT)
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I think most of us are carrying a big load. And in typical “can do” mode, the pioneering American spirit tells us we can always do more. Well, how much more? How much is enough? How tired do I have to be? How many mistakes do I have to make? How many others do I have to let down before God says, “you need help”.
God used Moses’ father-in-law to tell him that he can’t do it all. He needed to take the very, very big step of trusting other people. He had to ask for help. Can you ask for help? Can you trust others to do what you typically feel only you can do right? What will it take for you finally to lighten your load? For Moses it took exhaustion and God’s intervention through a family member. Did you know that God speaks through your family?
A leader is one who is willing to ask for help and trust that help. A leader is one, like those whom Moses chose, who takes marching orders, trusts those who lead him or her, and then asks for help himself. Leaders are empowerers of others. Leadership is team sport.
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Thank you. I never cease to be amazed at how timely God speaks to me. Your teachings about leaders has come at the exact time I need this.
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