In order to lead I must learn to follow

This morning I was reminded of what it meant to (FOLLOW) from our staff devotions. A follower is someone who pays close attention, someone who is alert, and in HEBREW follow means "foot steps." Whose foot steps? Well when I was in Israel I walked the many paths that Jesus walked and I can imagine his disciples doing just the same....so close even that they were covered in His dust as scripture tells us. His disciples were walking in HIS "foot steps" the roads were dirt and Israel is a very warm desert climate so the air was filled with dust as these men followed Jesus all over. They were learning to lead and before any of them could go out and lead others they first needed to learn how to follow. We have several older kids who are learning to lead the younger kids with chores, cooking, maintenance work,and basic living skills, but many of them first need to learn to follow. I am here teaching and learning to follow my leaders, as well as leading in the classroom. I do a little of both each day, but most importantly in order for me to even step out each day and lead for the Lord I need to follow him. I am always learning and I am thankful that each day I have the privilege to follow the greatest leader of them all our Lord Jesus Christ. What can I do today to follow? How can I draw closer to Him in this hour and in this day?