Dear Servant Leaders,

Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves (Philippians 2:3).

Often, people in charge don’t do a good job. A supervisor might like to dictate your hours and coffee breaks, and what you can and cannot do on company time, but she often doesn’t follow her own rules. Sometimes parents send the message to their children, “Do as I say and not as I do.” But Jesus is not like that. The above-referenced verse from Philippians reminds us of the importance of selflessness and valuing others above ourselves. Jesus not only tells us what to do, He does it Himself first. Let your actions follow the actions of Jesus through your servant leadership.

As you lead, feelings of anxiety or worry might creep into your mind. Uncertainty quickly leads to fear and fear erodes away at faith. Fear can be powerful. In fact, fear is one of Satan's most-used tactics to get us to doubt God. However, the Holy Spirit enables us to overcome anxiety and fear as we remember God’s promises to us in His Word. God is in charge, even when things around us seem out of control! He is our peace, comfort, and guide. He is our Leader!

I recommend “Christian Leaders Bible Study” for spiritual guidance on leading.

Your sister in Christ,
Lucy Servant Leader