Everyone follows a leader at some point in their life whether parents, a boss, a coach, teacher, pastor, government officials, military officer, volunteer coordinator, or some other person in leadership. It is important to pray for those who lead us that God will give them wisdom and direction as they make decisions. Whether you personally agree with them or not, pray that they will seek God’s direction and wisdom.
I Timothy 2: 1-2 says, “I urge then first of all that requests,
prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for everyone, for kings and
all those who are in authority that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all
godliness and holiness.”
The weight of leadership can lead to loneliness in the very ones
who are responsible for large numbers of other people. Sometimes a leader just
needs a friend to share their burdens with and to encourage them. If you’re not
in direct leadership, you can still have great influence by praying with, speaking
truth and encouragement into a leader’s life.
When you have the opportunity to lead others, don’t feel
that you have to bear the full weight of responsibility alone. Pray like crazy
and seek out others for counsel and support. Proverbs 15:22 says, “Plans fail for lack of counsel,
but with many advisers they succeed.”
Pray for your boss, coach, teacher, government leaders,
pastor, and anyone who has a position of oversight and influence. When
appropriate, let them know about it too. Knowing that someone is lifting you up
in prayer can be encouraging in the midst of a stressful situation.
Take a moment right now to pray for your leaders that God
will guide and give them wisdom.
In pursuit of His best,
Andrew
2 comments:
Great admonition, Andrew. . . I couldn't agree more!
Thanks John!
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