Our distrust of God is what drives our trust in ourselves. We, in practice, believe that we can make better decisions, control situations better, and get the job done better than the LORD, even if we would never admit that. So too the Israelite leaders—priests and kings and counselors—thought they knew better than the LORD when Zechariah spoke around 500 B.C.
Month: April 2024
Zechariah and Toxic Christian Leadership
Zechariah warns of punishment for wicked leaders, calling them to repentance. God ultimately brings judgment and restoration through Jesus. Toxic leaders need to be warned.
The Sin of [Bystander] Complicity: Toxic Followership in the Workplace
It is a sin to fail to act against abuse. Unfortunately, it is all too common for bystanders in the workplace to stand by the abuser. Standing up for victims is essential, despite fears and pressures.
The Sin of [Bystander] Complicity: Toxic Followership in the Workplace
It is a sin to fail to act against abuse. Unfortunately, it is all too common for bystanders in the workplace to stand by the toxic boss. Rather, standing up for the victims is essential, despite fears and pressures.
One Story: Drunk with an Image
Over twenty years ago, my wife and I began considering how we could be used in the cross-cultural mission field. We made the move. It was our first experience with toxic leadership.