King Solomon's leadership began with humility and a request for wisdom from God. However, his later arrogance led to disobedience, resulting in a divided legacy for Israel.
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Daniel in the Lion’s Den: A Leadership Quagmire
Daniel lost his job, but as he noted, "The real abuse was not in being fired unjustly [which he was], but in [Pastor Jim] having to control the narrative in every situation...the manipulation, gas lighting, and his constant need to fight."
Sure Signs of Toxic Leadership
There are a number of indicators of abusive leadership and it is important to be able to diagnose toxic leadership and root it out from your organization. Because it will kill your organization.
Peace in the New Year
I wish all who suffer under toxic leadership the Peace of God that surpasses all understanding in this New Year.
The Autocrat: The Destruction of a Good Team
Unfortunately, it is not unusual for those who work for Christian organizations to fall under the destructive leadership of an autocratic boss. As Christians we often have the tendency to believe suffering is a necessary sign of following Christ.
Amelia and Ethan: Reading the Signs
Ethan said there were red flags he should have seen, and to this day, several years later, lives with a certain guilt that he failed in his calling.
Margo’s Story: Playing Second Fiddle to a Wolf
Margo served her Senior Pastor well. Too bad he was a wolf in sheep's clothing.
Like a Shepherd Lead Us: Looking Outward
All Christian leadership should look like shepherding. A shepherd who looks out for his sheep.
Leadership: Respecting the Image
Where businesses and organizations were commonly populated by leaders like Henry Ford and more recently, Steve Jobs, the focus in management research has moved towards respecting God's image-bearers.
Experiencing Psalm 55 Under a Toxic Boss
This article explores the experiences of employees in Christian organizations working under toxic leadership, likening their situations to King David's pleas in Psalm 55. Despite the expectation of brotherhood and respect, they often face betrayal and manipulation.