S – He told them, “You will indeed drink my cup, but to sit at my right and left is not mine to give; instead, it is for those for whom it has been prepared by my Father

Matthew 20:23 CSB

O –  James and John were seeking assurance of positions in Heaven.  Jesus assured them they would suffer like He would (both gave their lives for Christ).  He also revealed that God would establish positions in Heaven.

A –  Two strong principles.  First, leadership comes with a price tag.  The responsibility of leading others costs you physically, mentally and emotionally.  Secondly, in seeking a position we can miss the whole purpose of the leadership – doing God’s will and aiding others to accomplish it as with us.  A leader must pay the price daily and keep themselves submitted to God daily.  Then, those who they lead will also follow them to the Father.

R – Lord, I invite your Holy Spirit into all that I will think, say and do today.  As I lead, I pray for strength and courage to do so with in a way that brings glory to your name.  I pray for the ability to keep my eyes on you and not deviate from the path.  Help me to serve those I lead today, empowering them to draw closer to you.