Courageous Leadership Gives God The Glory

Courageous leadership doesn’t seek glory—it pours it out in worship to the One who is worthy.   #daybydaylw   Interested in learning more about becoming a devoted follower of Christ? Go to follow.lifeword.org!   ~~~ Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:13–17 Theme: True leaders point others to the worthiness of God. Reflection: This story of the three mighty men fetching water from a well in enemy-occupied Bethlehem is one of the most stunning displays of loyalty and love in all of Scripture. They heard David’s longing—not even a command, just a wish—and acted on it with fearless resolve. But what happens next is equally powerful. David refuses to drink the water and instead pours it out—to the Lord. At first glance, that may seem disrespectful to the men. But David wasn’t being dismissive—he was being reverent. He was saying, “I am not worthy of this sacrifice. Only God is.” David’s leadership didn’t turn the spotlight on himself—it turned it to God. This is courageous leadership. True leaders tremble at the weight of responsibility. They see the sacrifices of others and are moved—not to take credit, but to give glory. They turn hearts upward. Whether you lead a family, a ministry, or a classroom, let your leadership be like David’s—quick to recognize the worthiness of God above all. Prayer Points: Ask God to make you a leader who trembles at His worthiness. Pray that your leadership would glorify Christ, not yourself. Thank Him for those who serve faithfully and sacrificially around you. 2 People to pray for Candra Barnett, our missionary in Romania The Romani-Kalderash Lifeword broadcast heard throughout Romania Summary: Courageous leadership doesn’t seek glory—it pours it out in worship to the One who is worthy.