God's hands

The  person  who  fills  a  role  appointed  by God need  not  worry  about  vindicating  his  or  her  work  when  rivals  become  jealous or  treacherous.  Such  a  leader  is  safe  in  the  hands  of  a  heavenly  Protector.  Indeed, God shows  how safe  with  His  ominous  words  to  Miriam:  “Why  then  were  you  not afraid to speak against my servant Moses?” (Numbers 12:8). Moses  faced  a  second  challenge  from  Korah  and  his  henchmen,  noted  for their  jealousy  of  Moses  and  Aaron.  Korah  wondered  why  these  special  two  should enjoy  the  privilege  of  high  office?  Were  not  others  (himself  for  one)  equally deserving and qualified? Once  again  Moses  refused  to  vindicate  himself  against  their  charges.  God intervened,  judgment  was  rendered,  and  Moses  stood  higher  than  ever  while  the people grew in fear of God. God will  defend  the  leaders  He  has  chosen.  He  will  honor,  protect,  and vindicate  them.  Leaders  need  not  worry  about  defending  their  rights  or  their office.

Spiritual leadership by J Oswald Sanders