None of us are born leaders. Babies are totally dependent on parents for survival and growth. We become followers as we grow and can become influential leaders if we are chosen and if we accept the challenges. As creatures, we must recognize our Creator and our calling.

We can learn to walk by faith and keep our face turned toward the Son. We are precious, fragile creatures of clay that become sturdier as we are cured by staying in His presence. There is work to do. God will do His to enable us to do ours.

We are social creatures, and God has given us friends and companions in our life’s journey. Let us not self-implode but extend our hands to those in our circles of intimacy—family, friends, and strangers. We are given as we give. We are forgiven as we forgive. Let us get together as we are able and in spirit always.

We are blessed to live in these exciting hours of Earth’s history when technology allows us to write, talk, and Zoom almost anywhere, anytime in the world and space. Rise and shine. Our salvation is here, and more of Heaven is just ahead. Hold the hands of those in your world, and follow the Son.

—Larry Smith