Mountains and Mornings: An Ancient Success Formula (Business Devo)
Leaders can feel overwhelmed trying to guide people through uncertainty, but by starting the day meeting with God's presence on a metaphorical or literal mountainside, we can draw fresh vision, insight and strength for the path ahead.
Summary
Mornings and mountains hold a special place for me spiritually. I totally identify with Moses climbing up Mount Sinai before daylight to connect with God. There's just something about the stillness, making that physical effort upwards, and watching the sunrise from an inspiring peak that fills me with conviction and possibility.
I mean how awesome would it have been to witness God descending in the cloud to meet Moses! We tap into incredible power starting our day creating space to attune our senses through things like hiking, sunrise beach walks, worship music - anything lowering the everyday noise to whisper "Here I am God."
And I don't know about you, but uncertainties absolutely stress me out as a leader. Whether at home, at church or work, I want to guide well but it gets lonely. But Moses shows us we aren't meant to carry every burden alone. As we ascend mountains seeking God's heart, He'll descend with guidance, energy and fresh vision for the terrain ahead. No need to fear what I cannot see - the divine Hand leads me one step at a time.
So I encourage you my friend to discover your own sacred spaces! Mountain highs, morning coffees or wherever your heart whispers. Meet God there to realign your day. You might be surprised what inspiration fills you when you intentionally invite His presence! There's wonder to uncover if you dare to draw near.
Top 3 Growth Tips
- Lead with God - invite Him to descend [10:32] Rather than go it alone, we as leaders can ascend mountains like Moses did to meet God partway. When we reach up to spiritual heights, God will descend to meet, uplift and stand beside us.
- Tapping into mornings and mountains [14:41] Through history and across cultures, mountains and sunrise encounters have held unique potential to draw closer to spiritual insight by preparing space to attune our senses.
- Make it an Action Habit [19:13] By building little life structures even as simple as rising early, we create routine space to focus our hearts and invite God's vision. With regular practice, His presence becomes more intuitive.
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About Ken Ott:
Kenneth Ott is an owner of multiple businesses, entrepreneur, husband, father, and Christian leader. Ken is the co-Founder of Metacake, an Ecommerce Growth Team and Dough Capital. Ken is an author, speaker, and business coach. To connect or learn more, visit:
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Show Highlights
[00:18] There’s something special about mornings and mountains throughout the Bible. Today it’s about meeting with God in the morning to be set up for a better day.
[01:05] I wanted to share this message because I think tapping into the presence of God first thing really orients you for whatever’s ahead.
[03:13] As leaders trying to guide people towards a vision, there can be uncertainty. Getting vision from God in the quiet mountain mornings counters that.
[05:22] Be ready in the morning, Moses is called to ascend Mount Sinai and meet with God. There’s significance in that preparation.
[07:41] Like Moses climbing the mountain, we climb towards spiritual heights so God can descend to our level and walk with us.
[12:11] Across cultures, mountains and sunrises represent sacred places and times. These spaces help us tap into God’s voice.
[15:44] By building little life structures whether hiking or waking early, we create space to meet with God regularly.
[18:13] Moses descended the mountainside worshiping God in awe. When we practice meeting God on the heights, His presence becomes intuitive.
[20:01] God speaks to Moses after his mountain worship. Mountain meetings can lead to fresh visions from God
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