Confident Leadership

Esther 5:1-3
On the third day Esther put on her royal robes and stood in the inner court of the palace, in front of the king's hall. The king was sitting on his royal throne in the hall, facing the entrance. When he saw Queen Esther standing in the court, he was pleased with her and held out to her the gold scepter that was in his hand. So Esther approached and touched the tip of the scepter. Then the king asked, "What is it, Queen Esther? What is your request? Even up to half the kingdom, it will be given you."

In her dire situation, Esther took the time to get dressed up and present herself as the Queen of Persia. This was her only opportunity to separate herself from the competition for the King's attention. Because she dressed for success and approached with confidence, she was spared.

Desperation is a quality that is easily sensed by my employees and customers. Even when I am broken and desperate, I must be prepared and present myself as a confident leader.

Romans 8:31
If God is for us, who can be against us?

Philippians 4:13
I can do everything through him who gives me strength.