God's pattern of leadership is evident in the consistent way He operates through one chosen individual at a time to establish doctrine and maintain unity among His people. He avoids confusion by speaking through a single voice, ensuring that His message is clear and unified. From the beginning, as seen in Genesis, He worked through individuals like Abel, Enoch, Noah, Shem, and Abraham, establishing a foundation of leadership through one man. This pattern continues through Isaac, Jacob, and Moses, where Moses, despite his initial reluctance, was positioned as the leader, with Aaron submitting to him as a spokesperson, reflecting a hierarchical structure where authority flows from God through His chosen representative. Throughout history, God has emphasized the preeminence of His selected leader, as seen with Moses, Joshua, Elijah, Samuel, David, and Jeremiah, who was first among equals during his time alongside Ezekiel and Daniel. In the New Testament, Jesus Christ is the chief Apostle, faithfully delivering the Father's message, and He, in turn, appointed Peter as first among equals among the twelve disciples. Peter is consistently singled out in scripture, from being the first called by Christ to taking the lead in significant events like Pentecost, healings, and the expansion of the gospel to the Gentiles, demonstrating God's pattern of working through one primary leader to guide His church. This leadership model is hierarchical, with succession determined by God's appointment, revealed through the fruits of the individual's works, as seen with David and later with Herbert Armstrong, who emphasized submission to God's government through the appointed leader. God raises up a leader, and by His Spirit, brings the people to voluntarily submit to that leader, ensuring order and unity. Even when responsibilities are divided, as with Peter focusing on the Israelites and Paul on the Gentiles, each operates within their God-given sphere of influence, maintaining clarity and preventing confusion among the people. God's unwavering commitment to this pattern ensures that doctrine is established through His chosen ambassador, providing a clear path for His church. He does not deviate from this method, as changing patterns would create confusion. Instead, He remains faithful, often showing mercy and patience during periods of transition or after the death of a strong leader, until He makes known the next individual through whom He will work. This consistent approach calls for faith in His pattern, trusting that submission to His appointed leader is ultimately submission to Him, ensuring that His purpose of producing His image in His people is fulfilled.