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Courageous
Leadership
Creator
of All, could you be calling me to be a leader? Do you not see my
faults and frailties? Do you not see my trembling legs and sweating
palms? Thank you for thinking of me, but could you please find
someone else? Perhaps tomorrow I could help, but not today. Yes,
tomorrow.
Omnipotent
Lord, again, you call and ask me to lead. You are persistent. These
are tough times to be a leader in the church. There is so much
conflict in our world, country and even the church. It’s hard to
know which direction to turn, let alone to take the responsibility
to lead someone else. There is bound to be another person who wants
to lead.
Unrelenting
Pursuer, I hear your call. And I say, “Ok.” With your guidance, I
will try to lead. But let me repeat -- my abilities are
limited. Sometimes, I cannot find my car keys, and I forget what I’m
doing. But here I am. If you can use me to bring your reign, then,
Holy One, here I am. Send me.
Redeeming
Christ, reach out and find others to walk with me on this journey.
Bless me with partners in ministry and mission. Care for us, feeding
us with your Word and giving us rest after a long day of labor.
Teach us to trust you, know your voice and rely on you for
direction. Help us savor with joy and celebrate the opportunities to
serve you.
Almighty
Savior, there is so much to do and such need. Sometimes I’m not sure
of priorities. Remind me to pause for prayer as I serve you in
mission and ministry. Renew my spirit and clarify my vision for your
will.
Gracious
Shepherd, grant me a compassionate, loving spirit to respond to the
needs of others, especially on days when I am tired. Give me
patience and understanding for those who disagree with me or doubt
my leadership. Sometimes their complaints hurt -- deeply. So, grant
me patience . . . .quickly.
Eternal
God, I now understand the privilege to serve as a leader. Forgive me
for my hesitation to respond to your call. Indeed, it is an honor to
lead your people. Fill me with your passionate and bold spirit. Give
me courage to faithfully follow you each day.
Amen.
Writer: Robin McCullough-Bade
Copyright © 2004 Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.
May be reproduced for local, non-sale use provided the above
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