
Many people today have a negative view towards leaders and authority. There is a lot of cynicism and criticism when it comes to the quality of our political leaders, often with some justification. But in part this attitude towards leaders and authority also reflects the individualism of our age where many want to be free to do whatever seems right in their own eyes.
This negativity towards authority often finds its way into the church. So today when we speak about honouring leaders in the church there will be those who maybe struggle with such an idea. But as Tony Merida says, “We must allow the Bible to shape us on this matter, as with every other matter. And that is what we see in Scripture: the presence of both bad and good leaders, and the call to honour the latter.”
Action Steps:
- Respect your elders by being attentive to their teaching and leadership.
- Express your thankfulness to your elders for their service through words of encouragement.
- Pray for you elders both individually and together.