These priests did not seek God’s counsel in teaching or leading the people. Abraham went on to become the father of Isaac, and a nation, and is considered the father of faith. `The quote that sums that up perfectly is ” In the meantime it behooves us as believers, to listen to the Holy Spirit, God’s voice to us today. Men who only concerns themselves with ratings, popularity, getting over on their enemies..it is all rank and filled with the toil of Satan himself. However, there is no reason for them to be unfriendly with one another, especially because everyone works in a Christ-centered environment. Nebuchadnezzar struggled with this particular pride problem. But they are shepherds who have no understanding; they have all turned to their own way, each to his own gain, one and all. (#109: Will you answer God when He calls you to lead? Chapel programs preaches the message that faith without works is dead. These examples demonstrate that emotional factors (greed, pride and misplaced trust), as well as having the wrong advisers, incomplete facts and short-term thinking, will result in disaster. We don’t see or hear about many prophets of God today, but there are certainly false prophets abounding throughout our society. The consequence of not doing so, for the sake of future generations, is too frightening to contemplate. He failed to conduct a sufficient investigation, "did not inquire of the Lord," and this created future problems (II Samuel 21). The whole of creation is His. Encourages me not to give up and submit my all-everything I am and everything I am not-to Kingdom work. The Bible spends a lot of time on kings who were overcome with pride in their own power, which gives the one who wields it incredible attention and adoration, feeding selfishness to no end. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Your Privacy Controls. In the meantime, it behooves us as believers, to listen to the Holy Spirit, God’s voice to us today. Not just America. The prophets prophesied by Baal and followed useless idols. God's plan for redemption went in place and we continue to need it. It begins with going back to the basics and placing God in middle. And politicians! Jesus is Grace..Love..GODLY Love..not that of mammon. A Christian manager is supposed to encourage unity and to show mercy, two main values that some staff at APU’s Dining Services do not do to one another. Although APU is supposed to be a Christ centered school, we had noticed that some staff on campus do not display Christian values such as trust, faith, humility, forgiveness, and love. The Bible is real, for real people who need a real God and a real redeemer. We need to do everything we can to be the kind of example to non-believers that will draw people back to God. Some of the staff in question may display hostility toward each other in an attempt to show off power and strength. It is at the center of Christianity, yet man ignores the simple and wonderful beauty of it. Whether it’s small or large, organizations have leaders to lead the members. These supervisors are setting a bad example of how to live out their faith. This is a disgusting practice. “Three times a day he got down on his knees and prayed, giving thanks to his God, just as he had done before” (Daniel 6:10). Don’t even get me started on the politicians. The Author Kristen Wetherell. A leader needs the support of the people as much as the people need a leader. The prophets were men, and occasionally women, who God called on to speak His Word directly to specific people. But look around, do you see the parallel between the days of Jeremiah and our world today? Important Note This section on selective salvation is 66 chapters long. Jeremiah 2:8 (HCSB). Three of the more common leaders of the bible are those that are called, brave, and anointed. God’s judgment included the nation of Israel being conquered, and the people sent into exile until they repented and came back to God. For many students who work on campus, APU is their first job and some students may come here not knowing God. So I think that is also something that needs too change, we need to accept God into every aspect of our lives including our occupations. Religious leaders such as pastors or youth leaders are judged and upheld to a much higher standard than any regular church attendee. I am speaking of Americans in particular as it would seem that most right wing conservatives feel that God only recognizes this country. This blog is read primarily because people like you share it with friends. Lawyers and judges are making a mockery of our system of jurisprudence. This blog is read primarily because people like you share it with friends. These judges don’t have a relationship with God, let alone fear God, love truth, and hate covetousness. Copyright 2020 Inspired Leadership, Inc., all rights reserved. And what really bugs me is this is nothing new! Judges and lawyers, the people who administer our legal system seem to be fighting harder to keep God and His presence as far away from the courtroom as they possibly can. Please log in again. Isaiah 56:10-11. The login page will open in a new tab. Many complaints have been made by students to address this problem and there is still no change. There are lots of reasons for this and as this article states moral systems are now being based on humanistic values of individuals. They must be without error even if the masses themselves are heavily flawed. It was the season when all good kings go off to war, but David got lazy, delegated his duty to General Joab and took the month off (see 2 Sam. Failing is a learning experience so we can do better next time. Our Lord is not a patriot, He is no respecter of man, and our religious practices are like menstrual rags to Him. Sign in to reply to this comment. After logging in you can close it and return to this page. Without a doubt we can divide leaders into two categories, secular leaders and religious leaders. The fact that all five of the greatest men in the Bible failed so miserably gives me incredible hope and encouragement. It is apparent to students that there are politics between staff and many times, students are caught in the cross-fire. We lack understanding yet we pummel headlong into ruin as we veil ourselves in the false security of pledges, patriotism, salutes, quoting our rights and ignoring the poor and destitute within and without our borders. Faith is a lifestyle, not a Sunday only attitude. This has been going for centuries and we the people have to pay the price! Leaders are sometimes seen as strong-willed people, and can be stubborn about the wrong things. I agree with the idea that power is a big motivator for leaders today and the desire for leadership for the sake of power is something that needs to change. Rejecting God as a leader in my opinion is a grave mistake. Religious leaders are more concerned with their popularity than rightly dividing the Word of God. Jesus calls each and every one of us to love our neighbor as yourself. The members live in peace or in affliction according to the leadership. We have religious leaders who are cutting out whole sections of God’s Word because it doesn’t fit their narrative. Throughout his time at the palace, he never failed to follow faithfully his God even after the new decree was put in writing. Information about your device and internet connection, including your IP address, Browsing and search activity while using Verizon Media websites and apps. Would you share it by pressing one of the share buttons below? #405: How Can We Be Godly Leaders in a Fallen World? For me, just by watching some staff’s actions, I have come to conclusion that a Christian manager is no different than a non-Christian one when it comes to work. Certainly, some of our leaders are doing a good job of following God by representing Him faithfully and truthfully. The most quoted verse in the Scriptures and often most overlooked. There were many Biblical leaders who failed, but did they dwell o People need to take the time to educate themselves on the people they are appointing into leadership positions. also I think there is a theme in the fact that different types of leaders whether in religion of law have failed because the were doing work without God. Fail, Failed, God, Jeremiah, Leaders, Reject. Let’s read the following verses to to know what the Bible says about bad leadership. Flawed leaders are easily observed. The world is a mess. We need to do everything we can to be the kind of example to non-believers that will draw people back to God. I agree with the idea that power is a big motivator for leaders today and the desire for leadership for the sake of power is something that needs to change. With the people’s rejection of God, came God’s judgment upon the people. HuffPost is part of Verizon Media. 1947 1943 Herbert W. Armstrong The first of three revised dates from Armstrong after his 1936 prediction failed to come true. I’ve read to the end of the book, and I know who wins. All is not lost. They made conscious decisions to live lives their way; wicked lives of disobedience and rebellion against God. Moses established judges (see Exodus 18:21-22) for the nation of Israel. Bible verses about failure We all will fail at some point in our life. WAKE up…everyone. He is not the first and I am sure will not be the last, but really, “How can we survive as a people of God, when our pastors reject God?”.