As leaders, we often search for frameworks, strategies, and books to guide our growth. But sometimes, the most profound lessons come through stillness, service, and spiritual reflection.
This Mother’s Day, I found myself reflecting not only on my own motherhood journey but on a recent mission trip to Uganda with the Chance Project. Surrounded by single mothers and widows, I shared stories of God’s love and saw firsthand how faith can ignite hope—even in the most challenging circumstances.
Leadership isn’t always about boardrooms and business plans. Sometimes, it looks like sitting beside someone who’s hurting and saying, “I see you.” Just like Jesus did with the Samaritan woman at the well. He met her in her shame and transformed her story into one of purpose. She ran back to her village and became one of the first evangelists—proof that every life can be a message.
I’ve come to realize that loving God and loving others is the greatest commandment—and also the greatest leadership principle.
In Uganda, I encouraged the women to have holy communion as we discussed the Emmaus Walk. One woman’s transformation moved me deeply: she had shared her pain earlier in the week, and now, as we broke bread together, she stood with renewed strength. That moment reminded me: we never know how our presence might be part of someone else’s healing.
From Mary Magdalene’s unwavering service to Joseph of Arimathea’s courage to request Jesus’ body—scripture is filled with examples of quiet, powerful leadership. Leadership rooted in faith, courage, gratitude, and obedience.
These stories challenge me to ask:
- Am I making time each day to be a witness?
- Is Christ visible in my life and actions?
- Am I leading from a place of love or striving?
Sometimes leadership is active: teaching, guiding, mentoring. Other times, it’s resting—just like the women who paused on the Sabbath before returning to care for Jesus’ body. There’s wisdom in knowing when to act and when to be still.
As leaders, especially in seasons of transition or challenge, we must hold tight to what is good. We must think on the things that bring light. We must serve—not just with our talents, but with our hearts.
Gratitude changes perspective. Faith provides resilience. Love invites transformation.
Whether we’re leading in business, ministry, or motherhood, these principles hold true. Leadership is not about titles or applause—it’s about impact. It’s about being a vessel through which others see hope, healing, and purpose.
So as we step into new weeks, new roles, and new responsibilities, may we remember: our greatest influence may come from how we love, how we serve, and how we trust God through it all.
If you would like to listen to the message I gave while in Uganda, I have recorded it from my notes here: https://youtu.be/EqXEGF7UyX8?si=wuDxlaeLFP6ew7yP I hope it will encourage you… each of you… to know you are seen and valued.
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