Dear Servant Leaders,

Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path (Psalm 119:105).

The servant leader needs to constantly get strength and instruction from God’s Word. The Holy Spirit works through His Word to give the servant leader the confidence and direction for her work.

Each of us finds ourselves in many different leadership positions and roles. The requirements of the leader change depending on the gifts and abilities of the group. Jesus, our servant leader and example, leads us through His Word to the truths of servant leadership and guides us in actions that follow Him.

God’s Word provides answers and direction as the servant leader works with many different personalities and varied gifts and abilities. It can shine light into the darkness of competition and failure. It assures us that we are forgiven in the name and for the sake of Jesus and that forgiveness should be shared with others.

A conscientious servant leader will identify and use daily Bible reading plans and devotions. She will start and close each group time with devotion and prayer. The Word will be her team’s guiding light.

A servant leader lets the Word shine through her words and actions, as the Holy Spirit guides and directs her actions. She looks to Jesus in faith as her leader. The servant leader trusts her Savior to light the path to help fulfill the team’s goals.

Challenge: Join a Bible study group or find a good daily Bible reading plan and immerse yourself in the light of God’s Word!

I recommend the Working Together Bible study to do with your team.

Your sister in Christ,
Lucy Servant Leader