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Men of action like Moses or Joshua often represent Biblical leadership. But the prophet Ezekiel demonstrated another important leadership trait.
Ezekiel was angry that God asked him to leave his home to go prophesize to the exiles of Israel. There was no guarantee they would listen to God’s word.
But with God’s hand on him, Ezekiel made the journey.
“I came to the exiles who lived at Tel Aviv near the Kebar River. And there, where they were living, I sat among them for seven days—deeply distressed.” (Ezekiel 3:15)
Before he began preaching, Ezekiel first just sat with the people to understand their hurts and griefs.
Our leadership, like Ezekiel’s, is more effective when we begin by deeply connecting with the people we are sent to serve.
Today’s Integrity Moment was provided by author Tom Petersen. Tom C. Petersen is a former utility communications professional who writes about work and faith. Connect or find his book on LinkedIn or tomcpetersen.com.
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