Where do you go for advice? When you need to brainstorm on a personal level, talk through issues that can't be made public, do you have a confidante?
If you are a religious leader, you may approach other ministers to get their feedback. If you are in politics, there are other politicians that have been down the same path and can give excellent advice. The problem usually arises when, as a leader, discretion is important and finding someone to keep your confidence can be hard.
People love to talk. People love to talk about leaders even more so. You have the enormous responsibility of protecting your reputation and the reputation of your political aspirations, church or business. After all, others are counting on you.
If you are empty handed when it comes to advisers and mentors, consider King David's endless references to his leader. Several times in Psalm alone, he pays tribute to his King. One of the most admired and memorable kings in history, steps aside and pays honor to the King of Kings. Among his acclaims, he gushes that God is his leader.
I praise the Lord because He advises me.
Even at night, I feel His leading.
I keep the Lord before me always.
Because He is close by my side, I will not be hurt. Psalm 16:7-8
You will always have a leader, confidante, and mentor. Better yet, you have at your disposal THE leader, confidante and mentor. Although He might not audibly answer when you pray, He will lead you and you will find that making decisions are easier and done with a greater sense of peace than when you try to go it alone.
Try consulting the King of Kings next time you need to brainstorm. It's possible you may echo David's sentiments when he boosts I love you, Lord. You are my strength. Psalm 18:1
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