Jesus24365 Weekly #38 | Glimpses of Grace #10 | Season #1 | Rachel #2 - The Meeting Before The Meeting | Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Jesus24365 Ministry

📅 Saturday, March 1, 2025

🌟 Rachel’s Journey: "The Busy Professional"

✉️ The Meeting Before the Meeting—Praying for Wisdom in Leadership

🚗 The Prayer That Changed Everything

Rachel had a major client presentation that morning. It was high-stakes, high-pressure, and high-anxiety. She had prepped for weeks—every slide perfect, every word polished.

But as she sat in the parking garage, gripping the steering wheel, she felt something missing.

What if success today wasn’t just about her ambition—but about God’s wisdom?

Taking a deep breath, she closed her eyes and whispered a prayer.

“Lord, help me lead with wisdom, not just ambition.”

And in that quiet moment—before the boardroom, before the applause or criticism, before she spoke a single word—she felt it. Peace.

She had already won because she had surrendered the outcome to God.

💭 Rachel’s Thought: "The most important meeting happens before I ever walk through the door—the one I have with God."

📖 Bible Study: Leadership Rooted in Faith

Rachel’s story reminds us that true leadership isn’t about control—it’s about surrendering to God’s wisdom.

1️⃣ Leading with Wisdom, Not Just Strategy

📖 James 1:5 – "If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you."

Rachel had strategy, preparation, and talent—but she needed wisdom from God to navigate the unexpected challenges ahead.

👀 Reflection: What decisions are you making right now that need God’s wisdom more than your own logic?

💭 Rachel’s Thought: "I can plan every detail, but only God knows the future."

2️⃣ Trusting God with Outcomes

📖 Proverbs 16:3 – "Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans."

Rachel used to believe her hard work determined her success. Now, she’s learning real success is trusting God with the results.

👀 Reflection: Are you measuring success by control or by trusting in God’s direction?

💭 Rachel’s Thought: "If God is leading, I don’t have to chase success—I just have to walk in obedience."

🔥 The Day Rachel Got It Wrong

A month ago, Rachel walked into a major negotiation fully confident in her preparation. She had rehearsed, anticipated every argument, and was sure she would close the deal.

But midway through, everything unraveled.

She fumbled an answer. The client raised unexpected concerns. The meeting ended without a contract.

Rachel left feeling defeated—until she realized what was missing.

She had walked into that room alone.

That morning, she had rushed through emails instead of praying over the meeting. She had leaned on her own strength rather than God’s wisdom.

She learned that success isn’t about getting it perfect—it’s about inviting God into the process.

💭 Rachel’s Thought: "I don’t want to start another meeting without first meeting with God."

3️⃣ God-First Leadership

📖 Matthew 6:33 – "But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well."

Rachel used to chase success before seeking God. Now, she’s learning that when she puts God first, He takes care of everything else.

👀 Reflection: What would happen if you sought God before making every big decision?

💭 Rachel’s Thought: "Every meeting is different when I start with prayer."

🔥 The Leadership in Prayer Challenge

This week, let’s start every decision with prayer. Let’s lead with wisdom, not just ambition. Let’s surrender control and trust God’s direction.

💡 Take the challenge:

1️⃣ Before every meeting or major task, pause to pray for wisdom.

2️⃣ Write down one big decision you’re facing—then ask God to lead.

3️⃣ Share how God is shifting your leadership perspective using #FaithLikeRachel and tag #Jesus24365!

🚀 Let’s fill the workplace with faith-driven leadership.

🔥 What’s Coming Next in Jesus24365 Weekly?

📅 Upcoming Issues:

✅ Monday, March 3 – Glimpses of Grace #11 - Zoe #2 - Bible Study

✅ Wednesday, March 5 – Glimpses of Grace #12 - Jake #2 - Bible Study

✅ Saturday, March 8 – Glimpses of Grace #13 - Dr. Zachary #2 - Bible Study

🚀 Stay engaged for more faith-filled stories that will deepen your walk with Christ!

🔥 Your Calls to Action:

Join the Conversation!

💬 Drop a comment: What’s one decision you need to pray over today?

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For His Kingdom,

Jeff ❤️

📢 P.S. If Rachel can pray before meetings, so can you.

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