Who knows God's will? (Version 2)

Who knows God's will? (Version 2)

1. Collapsed authority

One of the reasons the younger generation today avoids the church is the authoritative atmosphere and the rank of the office. Just as the authority of the father disappeared from the home and the authority of teachers collapsed in schools, the perception of authority is changing in churches. Still, however, there remains an atmosphere in some churches that enforces authority, and that enforces obedience.

There is still a mindset that the associate pastor should absolutely obey the pastor's words. But times have changed. Now, the attitude of the pastor is also subject to evaluation. In order for the church to operate in a healthy way, it should be borne in mind that authority is not established by itself, but is exercised when the saints recognize it.

2. God's will and obedience

God's will is clearly recorded in the Bible. Without having to explain it complicatedly, it means to praise God and live a good life. However, many interpret this to suit their taste and insist that their will is God's will.

If the pastor in charge claims that his decision is God's will, this is the beginning of misfortune. God's will is not an individual's will or desire, but is found in the teachings of the Bible and the community. True obedience is not blind obedience, but a deep understanding and following of God's will.

3. Folly to establish a broken authority

It is foolish to impose obedience in an oppressive manner to revive the collapsed authority. Authority is not forcibly established, but is formed through one's own virtues and personalities.

To be recognized for authority, one must exert good influence without greed. Whether you are a subordinate or a saint, you must establish a relationship based on voluntary respect, not coercion. The way of giving orders and forcing obedience, as in the past, no longer works.

4. In an era where the ability of new employees is more important than the ability of leaders.

In modern society, the ability of new employees is becoming more important than leaders within an organization. The reason is simple. This is because the younger generation is more adaptable as the flow of information accelerates and the pace of change accelerates.

In the past, the experience and perspective of leaders were the core of organizational management. However, now, in a rapidly changing environment where various information is shared, new perspectives and creativity have become more important. The same goes for the church. If the church ignores the opinions of the younger generation and maintains an authoritative attitude, it will inevitably decline more and more.

5. We are moving toward an era where good people win.

This is an era in which moral ability and conscience are more important than authoritative attitudes. The same goes for churches. When the church abandons its authoritative culture and pursues ethical and good values, people will naturally gather to the church.

People now value the character and morality of a leader. In order for the church to restore trust and have a good influence on people, honest and transparent operations are needed above all else. Only churches that abandon authoritative structures and pursue horizontal leadership will survive.

Conclusion

The way it used to be, one can no longer maintain authority. If the church does not change, people will leave, and churches that have not regained trust will increasingly lose influence. It is an era in which a leader who serves humbly before God is needed. Now is the time for change.