The Burden of Leadership

There are many instances in leadership of joy and achievement; however, more often than not, it can be a burden. Is this burden an actual adversity or is it self imposed? One biblical instance that comes to mind is the story of Moses and his father-in-law Jethro.

“So it will be easier for you, and they will bear the burden with you.”

Exodus 18:22

Jethro advises Moses that it was not good for him to handle all matters that were being brought to him. He set an example to Moses being giving him real feedback and giving him a roadmap on how to set a system of delegation. We often set the burden of micromanagement on ourselves.