Wise…

Most Biblical scholars recognize King Solomon for his wisdom. Appearing to Solomon in a dream, God instructs Solomon to ask him for anything. Here’s Solomon’s response as recorded in I Kings 3:9. “Therefore give to Your servant an understanding heart to judge Your people, that I may discern between good and evil. For who is able to judge this great people of Yours?”

Solomon, given the chance to ask for anything, asks for an understanding heart, or as some translations read, a “listening” heart. He doesn’t ask to be understood, he doesn’t ask for riches, and he doesn’t ask for a better mind so he can figure things out. He knows. He humbly admits his limitations. He asks God for help listening and understanding his people.

Wisdom.

We need leaders with humility and a listening heart to guide their team forward. We need leaders willing to slow down and understand those they’re privileged to lead. I have a long way to go toward the aim of becoming a master at tuning in to every client, every leader, every team, every family member, and every friend. A long way to go toward my aim of owning a listening heart. Far too often I speak more than I listen. Two ears one mouth? Still get it wrong oftentimes. Work in process, aren’t we all…

We need leaders with listening hearts. Whom does your heart have a hard time hearing? Slow down, reflect. In fact, make slowing down a habit of the heart. Wise.

Live hard. Love ❤️ harder…