This month on the blog, we’ll be looking at ways we Christian women can lead with purpose and direction. We’re putting together a series of posts that will serve as a guide to help you lead effectively— filled with how-to’s, help, and encouragement.
Has God called you to lead a bible study or small church group? I’ve felt that calling before and wondered, “Where do I begin? And how can I lead other women effectively?”
When new opportunities to lead arise, the thought of starting up again (especially after a break) can leave us with those same initial questions.
Sometimes when we’re called to lead, we first stop and have a wrestling match with our inadequacies, our inability, desire, and even our schedules. But when God is calling, we ultimately have a choice to answer or ignore. And ignoring God, as we all know, is never a good thing!
And anyway, if He calls us, He will equip us.
So friends, if you know He’s calling you to leadership, follow Him! (And yes, I’m talking to me, too!) I pray our series will serve you on your journey. My teammates and I will provide the basic steps and even some tips we’ve discovered along the way that will help you get started.
If you’re already leading, I pray our series will be a fresh dose of encouragement and perspective.
And if you aren’t sure if He’s calling you to lead, I pray that this series will get you talking to God about His will for you. Though not everyone is called to lead a small group, we’re all called to be a witness and we all have some level of influence.
Knowing that, I think this series will likely encourage all of us– regardless of our leadership roles.
Has God called you to be a leader? Do you have any questions about leadership you hope this series answers? Let us know in the comments.
Blessings,
Ali
This sounds so good! Sometimes as a pastor’s wife you’re called to lead those who are more mature than you spiritually (i.e., they’ve been saved longer than you’ve been alive!), and it can be intimidating to fill that role with confidence. I’m sure the same can be true of those leading Bible studies, small group, or Sunday school classes. It would be great to consider the challenges and promises for those in that situation!
You’ve brought up an excellent topic– leading those more spiritually mature than you. It does happen, and probably happens more than is realized. Thanks for commenting, Elizabeth. Praying that you’ll be blessed greatly in your leadership role.
Looking forward to this series!!! I’ve been and love being a “host”, but I know there’s the call to lead.
Glad to know you’re excited about this series. I am, too! :) Praying that God will give you clear direction on the call to lead, Kela! Blessings
Looking forward to this series!!