Day 4 | Leading Well
Read Joshua 24:15
Joshua’s decision wasn’t private. It shaped his entire household. Faith is personal; it has to be yours. But it is never meant to be isolated. What (or Who) you worship will inevitably influence those closest to you.
If you are a spouse, parent, grandparent, friend, or mentor, people are watching what truly governs your life. It’s not just about what you say; it’s about what you actually prioritize.
Hidden idols grow stronger. If I never admit, “I’m obsessed with human approval,” or, “Politics is consuming my heart,” or, “I care more about money than I should” – that idol quietly gains power. Silence protects it.
But faith grows when it is named. When you say, “We’re choosing to serve the Lord,” or, “I’ve been putting this above Christ” – something shifts. Breaking the silence breaks the hold. That’s why Joshua didn’t just privately decide to serve the Lord; he declared it.
But leadership does not mean perfection. It means direction. Sometimes the strongest leadership begins with repentance.
It takes courage to say, “Here’s where I’ve let something compete with Christ. I want to lead differently.” But that kind of authenticity builds trust and shapes a legacy.
You cannot force anyone else to serve the Lord. But you can make it unmistakably clear whom you serve.
Today’s Practice:
Have one intentional spiritual conversation at home or with a close friend. Share what you’re learning. Pray out loud. Set one small rhythm: Scripture at breakfast, prayer at bedtime, gratitude at dinner – whatever helps anchor you in God’s truth.
Quiet faithfulness today shapes generations tomorrow.