Avoid Isolation in Leadership

Mentors are a must! Thank the LORD that I have many! Do not isolate yourself……that is the path to failure. I have witnessed that more and more over the past several years. It also could be called, LACK OF ACCOUNTABILITY! That makes me very sad to be a witness to it.

Outreach Magazine

After two decades in ministry, by far the hardest part has been feeling like I’m navigating seasons of leadership alone. Calendars are filled with events, Bible studies, and fellowships for other women to connect, engage, and dig deep, while I’m hustling around tending to all the tasks, keeping each plate spinning. Don’t get me wrong—I’ve found significant fulfillment in leading and serving those around me. But I’ve often hit seasons of discouragement and isolation, flooded with the lie that I’ll never get what those I’m leading are experiencing.

Navigating these experiences requires intentionality, wisdom, and not just in our personal walk with Christ, but also in the relationships we cultivate around us. Leading with community isn’t just a suggestion—it’s a necessity. Here are four ways we can lean into community in various seasons of ministry. More Here

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