Is that a lure I see?
There always comes a time when we are the ones who need to hand over things to the next successor in the group, family, or nation. As we do, we often find ourselves willing to give a piece of advice or two that may help our successor in their mission. We have learned things along the way and we don't want our successor to find them out the hard way. One piece of advice I'd give anyone in leadership is to stay alert! Why? It is because the work isn't not done - there are still challenges ahead that will need to be dealt with. I'd also challenge them to stay strong and steady! Why? There will come much influence around them to do what would ultimately get them into big trouble if they aren't prepared for it. In truth, I would like to advise each leader to live by the principles God set out in his Word. "Now, vigilantly guard your souls: Love God, your God. Because if you wander off and start taking up with these remaining nations still among you (intermar...