leadership

Leaders get a lot of criticism. Sometimes people try to engineer them into being what they are not.

I remember a pastor friend who saw two people the same day in his office. One man said he was leaving the church because his preaching wasn’t emotional enough. The second man later said he was leaving the church because the preaching was too emotional.

People read a book about humility, and they want to humble their leader. Then they lead a book about forceful leadership, and they want a leader who is not afraid of conflict or ruffling feathers.

In commenting on the “Filings” article titled, “WOLVES IN SHEPHERD’S CLOTHING AGAIN,” Jim Peet suggests one of the causes for pastoral abuse is the “Great Man” syndrome.

When big name pastors/leaders fall into sin, we all hear about it. Between adultery, same-sex relationships, child molesting — or disgraceful financial dealings — we used to be shocked at such news. Now, we are so used to hearing it, and have begun to embrace a special appreciation for the many who finished or are finishing well.

When I say “our” leaders, I mean conservative evangelical and fundament leaders. By churches, I mean conservative evangelical/fundamental ones.

The question does not involve how popular our schools will be. Many may close, for example, but that is not the issue at hand. We are talking about enjoying the freedom to hold to our convictions.

Poll Results

Does your church allow its main board members (elders, deacons, overseers, whatever) to drink alcohol (in moderation)?

Yes Votes: 9
No, technically not, but some may rarely do so Votes: 1
No Votes: 16
Other Votes: 3

Poll Results

Do You (if in full time ministry) or does your pastor regularly meet with other pastors/leaders for prayer and fellowship?

Yes Votes: 13
No Votes: 2
Yes, but rarely or not frequently enough Votes: 2
Used to, but not now Votes: 0
Other Votes: 1