When it comes to political power, the Bible has a clear-eyed view of the propensity of leaders to succumb to the temptations of pride, arrogance, pleasure, and wealth.

For instance, when Deuteronomy discusses the possibility of Israel having a king, rather than describing his powers or privileges, it warns him not to multiply horses or wives or... See more

Jim continued, "I like orality because it helps me produce leaders. The number one thing I hear when I ask a person to lead a small group is I don't know enough.' Why? Because they have in mind that old model that says, I have to have all the answers.' But when I ask them, Can you tell a story and ask questions?' they say, Of course, I can do

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