As a leader of women, perhaps my hearts greatest desire is to listen attentively to the voice of God speaking through scripture, daily events, and the kind of reflection that leads me to consider

 "… for you have died and your life is hidden with Christ in God."

I must refuse any narcissistic image to idolize what I do or who I claim to be as a leader. I struggle to let go of old ways of seeing and must refocus my vision so that I recognize Christ in all persons.

I need to take off my shoes and enter the holy space, where I am welcomed by God to surrender all to him. (Jan Johnson)

"The word is very near to you; it is in your mouth and in your heart for you to observe."

--Deuteronomy 30:14