LEADERSHIP

In Matthew 15, some Pharisees come after Jesus because His disciples don't ceremonially wash their hands before they eat! 

Jesus calls them out because they have made men's traditions more important than obeying God!

The disciples are surprised at how abrupt Jesus is with the Pharisees.

Jesus responds by referring to them as "blind guides." 

When leaders fail to lead righteously, Jesus gets angry!  He has great compassion for all people and expects leaders to set an example in obedience to God!  When leaders get distracted and cause people to focus on things other than God, Jesus confronts them boldly!

Leadership is a great privilege!  According to James 3:1, "...teachers (leaders) will be held to a higher standard" (The Voice).

Lord,
I don't want Your rebuke.  I want Your affirmation.  Help me to lead with integrity, courage, boldness, and strength.  Help those who lead with me at FMCC to lead similarly.  You've given us influence, postion, and authority;  help us to use these advantages justly, wisely, and effectively - for Jesus' sake!
Amen.