"Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed - not only in my presence but now much more in my absence - continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling," Philippians 2:12

It is a blessing to have leaders and mentors walking with us. However, they cannot attain salvation for us, nor can we diligently follow Christ when they are around. After all, it is our individual journey with God that counts.

In reverence, keep fighting to live in accordance with what salvation brings.