As a young pastor during the 1940s, Francis Schaeffer was known for his organizational skill. A summer Bible school at his St. Louis church drew 700 children from all over the city and sparked a full-page story in the local newspaper. But when he and his wife began L'Abri Fellowship in Switzerland, Schaeffer intentionally set no organizational goals.

He described this unusual approach as God's specific leading for them and said it was the hardest thing he had ever done. But he wanted God's hand to be seen and not the success of well-organized programs.

Schaeffer said, "It's a very hard thing in our own generation, it seems to me, to find anything that can't be explained on the basis of public relations. We'll look to the personal God to see what He wants to do with this work."

Paul said, "As many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God" (Romans 8:14). This may apply to specific decisions, but it also speaks of a general approach to life. God's children should not attempt anything without the leadership of the Holy Spirit.

Being led by the Spirit and following His direction is a walk of faith that brings honor to God and leads to life and peace (vv.6,13).
  — David C. McCasland