"Continue steadfastly in prayer being watchful in it with thanksgiving. At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison-that I may make it clear, which is how I ought to speak. Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person." (Colossians 4:2-6)
If your neck of the woods is anything like mine winters are cold and often ladled with snowy days. People pretty much go into hibernation. I've seen my neighbors mostly from afar, with exception of those I am in ongoing relationship with. The warmer days have just started to grace us with their presence. Spring is in the air. Like Kelli, I too love the forthcoming of a new season. It brings such opportunity, especially for recommitting to share Jesus with our neighbors. The sun beckons people out it seems, to grill, to walk, to play, to bike ride, which means that the chances of building friendships and deepening existing friendships increases.
As leaders of women we can easily fall into the trap of teaching women what they ought to do according to God's Word instead of actually doing it with regularity ourselves. Let's take the dawn of this new season to position ourselves in our neighborhoods and communities to share Jesus Christ. Let's be a real life example of what it means to go about proclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, so that when we instruct others to do the same we can do so authentically.
I am convinced that intentionality is an indespenisble quality every leader needs to possess. I think Jesus perfectly conveyed this characteristic in how He lived life, in His relationship with the Father, in choosing and training His disciples, in rebuking and correcting religious leaders, in healing and saving the sick & hurting, and so forth. Let's apply the focus, passion, and love Jesus possessed for the Father and for people to our everyday lives and make the best use of the time.
