LEAD NOT FOLLOW

In some ethnic churches almost every issue is put to a vote by the congregation, and the elected leaders merely carry out the will of the sheep. In some cases even though the leader may significantly disagree, he is bound to carry out the decisions of the congregation. That is following, not leading. That is sheep leading shepherd. No wonder why churches are stagnant and members are not growing spiritually. If that had occurred during Moses' day, the Israelites would still be in Egypt, under bondage, eating garlic, leeks, and onions. LORD, HELP US TO CHANGE THE MINDSET.