And
God said, “Build up the road! Build it up! Remove any obstacle that will keep
My people from returning to Me!” (Isaiah 57:14)
So, what is the work of leadership? What is
the job description for your role? Do you envision slaying dragons? Do you see
that you are in a position of power and authority so that you can oppose those
who use their power for evil? Or, should you focus on empowerment that enables
your people to find God’s plan for their lives?
This word of the Lord through His prophet,
Isaiah, speaks of a day like today, when there are humble people who are ready
to turn back to God. The command is to make that return possible by removing
barriers and creating pathways. Deep, solid, well-founded roads are implied by
the language. God is saying to do good work; build solid, reliable environments
where detours and potholes are eliminated.
Build the roads your people need, so they
can return to the Lord. Don’t be an obstacle. Don’t allow others to be an
obstacle on your roads. Remove every obstacle the world presents. Clear the way
for God’s people to return to him!
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