In what ways can we seek God's guidance to strengthen our leadership? Setting the scene 1 Chronicles 11:9: “And David became greater and greater, for the LORD of Hosts was with him.” Recognize the source of strength • Leadership influence expands because the Lord of Hosts is present, not because of charisma or strategy. • Psalm 18:32: “It is God who arms me with strength and makes my way perfect.” • Proverbs 3:5-6 urges wholehearted trust; acknowledge Him at every turn. Invite the Lord’s presence • David cultivated fellowship, not assumption (Psalm 27:4). • Practical habits: – Daily, unhurried worship and listening. – Guard a clean heart (Psalm 24:3-4). – Confess sin quickly (1 John 1:9). Seek guidance through the Word • Joshua 1:8 ties success to meditating “day and night.” • Action steps: – Read for breadth; study for depth. – Journal insights, convert them to action. – Evaluate every idea by Scripture (Psalm 119:105). Consult God in decisions • David repeatedly “inquired of the LORD” (1 Samuel 23:2; 2 Samuel 5:19). • Ways to inquire: – Pause and pray before meetings. – Fast when stakes are high (Acts 13:2-3). – Invite godly counsel (Proverbs 11:14). Embrace humble dependence • John 15:5: “Apart from Me you can do nothing.” • James 4:6: God “gives grace to the humble.” – Celebrate wins as God’s gift. – Admit limits; ask for help. – Choose servanthood over position (Mark 10:45). Surround yourself with God-fearing allies • 1 Chronicles 11 lists mighty men who rallied to David. – Seek colleagues who revere God. – Make Scripture and prayer normal conversation (Hebrews 10:24-25). Stay obedient and consistent • 2 Chronicles 26:5—King Uzziah prospered “as long as he sought the LORD.” – Obedience keeps communication open. – Faithfulness in small tasks readies us for larger ones (Luke 16:10). Expect God to grow your capacity • As the Lord was with David, “he became greater and greater.” – Wait for promotion in God’s time (1 Peter 5:6). – Record answered prayers to fuel future faith. – Let the Spirit stretch vision beyond comfort zones (Ephesians 3:20). |
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