Day 136

Explore how leadership choices divide or unite through Rehoboam's harsh rule and Paul's wisdom to Titus, learning to lead with humility and serve others faithfully.

Transcript

Reflection
In today's readings, leadership decisions carry profound consequences. 1 Kings 12 and 2 Chronicles 10-11 reveal how Rehoboam's harsh leadership split Israel into two kingdoms. Titus 1 outlines godly leadership characteristics that build rather than destroy communities. Together they show that leadership either unifies or divides based on whether leaders serve others or themselves.

The key insight we can draw from these passages is this: Leadership decisions ripple through generations, making character and wisdom essential for those who guide others toward God's purposes.

Let's break this down into a simple principle:

Lead with wisdom and humility, serving others rather than demanding service from them.

Here are five practical steps we can take to apply today's readings:

1. Ask three people for honest feedback about your leadership or influence style.

2. Identify one area where pride affects your relationships and choose humility instead.

3. Practice listening fully to someone's concerns before offering solutions today.

4. Choose to serve rather than be served in one specific situation this week.

5. Pray for one person in leadership over you, asking God to give them wisdom.

As you go about your day, reflect on this question: How do you respond when others challenge your decisions or authority?

Conclusion
Thank you for joining me today. Whether you lead many or few, your character shapes those around you. Lead as Jesus led, with wisdom, humility, and love. Until tomorrow, may your influence multiply blessing, not burden.