STOP AND THINK – I would never follow a leader that doesn’t follow a leader. (John Maxwell, author and motivational speaker)
Maxwell’s thought is worthy of consideration. There are lots of leaders out there who seem to be “Lone Rangers.” They are doing their own thing and gathering a following that seems intent on doing whatever the single leader dictates. Perhaps we would be wise to ask who this leader is following. That will give us a good sense of the direction we’re heading.
The Apostle Paul, “Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ (1 Corinthians 11:1).