The Kneeling Leader: A 33-Day Devotional
A Devotional Journey into Humility, Servanthood, and Spirit-Led Influence for Christian Entrepreneurs
Day 24 — Bearing with One Another in Love
Scripture (Douay-Rheims):
“Bearing with one another, and forgiving one another… even as the Lord hath forgiven you, so do you also.” — Colossians 3:13
Reflection
No team is perfect. No partnership is flawless. No leader is without blind spots. Scripture assumes imperfection and calls believers to respond with patience and forgiveness.
“Bearing with” others means extending grace repeatedly. It means choosing understanding over irritation. It means recognizing that growth takes time.
Humility enables patience.
Proud leaders expect perfection. Humble leaders expect progress. They correct without contempt. They guide without humiliating. They confront with compassion.
Restoring relationships often requires difficult conversations. Avoidance may feel peaceful, but it preserves distance. Healthy reconciliation requires honesty, listening, and mutual respect.
Forgiveness is not a single moment — it is often a process. Feelings may lag behind decisions. Healing may take time. But obedience opens the door.
Teams thrive where grace is practiced. People innovate when they are not afraid of mistakes. They collaborate when they feel safe. They commit when they feel valued.
Love-centered leadership does not ignore problems. It addresses them with wisdom and mercy.
Today, reflect: Who needs patience and grace from me right now?
Prayer
Jesus, give me Your heart for people. Teach me to bear with others in love. Heal fractured relationships. Make my leadership a reflection of Your grace.
