Week 9: Thoughts On Disciple Leadership

 

Recently I've been thinking about the responsibility I have as a member of the Church and as a woman to lead others to be kinder, more loving, more genuine, and more giving -- more like Christ would be.

In pondering that responsibility, I'm bound to notice that in order to lead others to become more like Christ, I have to become more like Him myself. I can't lead anyone to a higher level of spirituality than the one I have. 

One of my recent goals has been to spend more time with God. Before I started my photography business, I used to take a lot of time to sit with the Lord, spend time with Him, and ponder my life and how to be better. I'm getting to the point where I'm not as busy, but I have to admit that running a business via social media has given me some bad habits as far as social media goes. I am totally addicted. 

To solve this issue, I want to be more present with my family and try to move slower through life and notice all the beautiful things. I used to take looooooong walks without my phone, and I would find a quiet spot to sit and just listen to the world and the Spirit. I felt so close to my Savior during this time. I'd like to get into the habit of doing that again. 

You see, to be a disciple leader, and to become like Christ, you have to repent. This takes discipline, an essential part of discipleship. But it's all worth it as you feel that closeness with Him grow. Closeness to Christ can only benefit every aspect of your life.