The Steadying Power of Truth
By Bianca Schaefer
As leaders, we often live in the tension between purpose and pressure. We carry vision, responsibility, and the weight of caring for others—all while navigating a world that seems to shift beneath our feet. In seasons like this, we need something immovable to stand on. That anchor is truth.
When life feels chaotic, truth grounds us.
When we feel weary, truth refreshes us.
When we feel isolated, truth draws us closer to God.
Jesus prayed, “Sanctify them by the truth; Your word is truth” (John 17:17). His words remind us that truth isn’t just information—it’s transformation. God’s truth stabilizes our emotions, redirects our thoughts, and strengthens our hearts so that we can lead from a place of peace rather than pressure.
In a culture filled with noise, it’s easy to mistake busyness for fruitfulness. But when we pause to meditate on God’s Word, our souls are re-centered. Scripture meditation isn’t only a spiritual discipline—it’s also a wellness practice. Studies show that meditating on positive, faith-filled truths can lower stress levels, reduce anxiety, and help regulate our nervous system. It’s as if the body itself responds to the voice of God saying, “Be still, and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10).
When we allow truth to fill the spaces of our mind, we lead differently. We respond rather than react. We speak with grace rather than frustration. We listen with compassion rather than exhaustion. Truth changes not only our perspective but also our posture—it helps us stand firm when everything else is shifting.
The Apostle Paul reminds us in Philippians 4:8, “Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”
This isn’t just a verse to memorize—it’s an invitation to mental and spiritual renewal. What we think about shapes how we lead. When truth leads us, we lead well.
So today, take a moment to breathe. Open your Bible. Let truth wash over the noise of uncertainty. Ask God to anchor you in what is eternal, not what is temporary. Let His Word become the well you draw from when life feels dry.
Reflection Questions:
What truth from Scripture has been anchoring you in this current season of leadership?
How can you create space this week to meditate on God’s Word as part of your wellness rhythm?
A Prayer:
Lord, thank You that Your Word is steady when the world is not. Help me to lead from a heart grounded in Your truth. Renew my mind, refresh my spirit, and remind me that Your presence is my peace. Amen.
I invite you to Join us for “Whatever Is True” — on October 18, a one-day gathering designed to help you live and lead from the truth of God’s Word. Consider adding the TRUE Women Leadership Forum on October 17. Come be refreshed, renewed, and reminded that His truth is the foundation for every part of life and leadership.