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Leaders With Character
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughLeaders with flaws often cast long shadows, revealing their ignoble nature and self-aggrandizing ambitions. Such individuals, driven by unworthy ideals, prioritize personal promotion over the greater good. Power tests a person's character, and only those of good character can wield it properly, as character in leadership is of utmost importance. However, moral character is often overlooked in favor of superficial qualities like appearance or public speaking skills, with the public forgiving indiscretions if their desires are met. God calls His children to become leaders in His Kingdom, to hold positions of great authority as kings and priests. To attain these roles, one must grow in grace and knowledge, transforming into the image of Christ by taking on the very character of God, the greatest Leader of all. God will not allow anyone without His perfect character to rule in His Kingdom, ensuring that every citizen of New Jerusalem bears His personal stamp of approval on their character. Flawed character in a leader inevitably affects both private and public life, as internal traits, whether good or evil, influence actions in every situation. A leader with a heart filled with hate or selfishness will act meanly, unable to fully conceal their true nature over time. The moral character of leaders remains critical, as it shapes the direction and integrity of their leadership.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Thirty-Six): Ecclesiastes 10:5-11
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughCause and effect relationships will always cause multiple metaphorical dominoes to fall. Similarly, sin never occurs in a vacuum but will continue to ripple.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Thirty-Seven): Ecclesiastes 10:12-19
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughAs teachers, we are all burdened with an unholy tongue, but we need to rule it to produce only holy speech. Ecclesiastes 10 focuses on a leader using gracious speech.
Jehu: A Type for Today
Sermon/Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughJehu may have been called to save Israel, but he was impulsive and bloodthirsty. Though he destroyed Baalism, he did not restore true worship of God.
No One Else Matters (Part Two)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughSin has tainted the most faithful leaders. Most (perhaps all) church leaders have skeletons in their closets, but we follow them as they follow Christ.