Leadership Begins Where God Meets Us
Sunday Message, January 26, 2026
Snow has a way of slowing everything down. When the world outside turns quiet and white, it invites us to pause—to notice beauty, to breathe deeply, and to remember that God is present even in stillness. On a snowy morning like this, Pastor Krista invited us to look out our windows and see creation as a reminder that God is always at work, even when plans change and routines are disrupted.
As we gathered for worship from our homes—we were reminded that worship isn’t confined to a building. It happens when we open Scripture, sing familiar hymns, pray for one another, and choose to be present with God wherever we are. There is something grounding about returning to hymns we know by heart and creeds that remind us what we believe and why we believe it. In uncertain times, these shared rhythms anchor us.
This week’s Scripture brought us into the story of Moses, one of the most influential leaders in the Bible. His story begins not with confidence, but with hesitation. Standing before the burning bush, Moses asks the question many of us have asked in our own lives: “Who am I?” God’s response is simple and powerful—“I will be with you.” That promise changes everything.
Pastor Krista framed Moses’ journey as a kind of “Leadership 101,” reminding us that leadership doesn’t come from a single moment or credential. Moses was shaped over time—through education in Pharaoh’s household, years of solitude and humility in the wilderness, and eventually through on-the-job experience leading a difficult, often resistant people. Each season prepared him for the next. None of it was wasted.
What’s striking is that Moses never stopped learning or growing. His leadership was marked by humility, prayer, perseverance, and a deep dependence on God. He delegated when he needed help, interceded when the people failed, adapted when circumstances changed, and kept moving forward even when progress felt slow. He didn’t lead because he had all the answers—he led because he trusted God to go with him.
And that’s the invitation for us, too. Leadership isn’t reserved for pastors, executives, or public figures. We all lead in some way—within our families, workplaces, friendships, classrooms, and communities. God calls each of us to step into those roles faithfully, even when we feel unqualified or unsure.
As we continue our journey through Scripture together, Pastor Krista encouraged us to read with grace. Some passages will feel challenging or confusing, and that’s okay. Write questions in the margins. Highlight words that stand out. Return to verses that remind you of God’s promises—especially the ones that say, “I will be with you.”
In a world that feels chaotic and heavy, we are reminded that God still calls, still equips, and still walks alongside us. Just as every snowflake is unique, so is every person God has created—and every leader God is shaping. May we listen closely, trust deeply, and follow faithfully wherever God leads next.
