In your readings this week, you learned about a number of common “pitfalls” that can cause leaders to stumble, and inevitably fall (administrative carelessness, domestic neglect, spiritual lethargy, oversensitivity, mental laziness, greed, cynicism, sexual sin, pride, etc.). For your posting, respond to all of the following prompts:
- Select one of the pitfalls described. Include (and properly cite) a relevant passage from your course text in your description of the item.
- Share a Bible verse or quote that speaks to the danger associated with that specific pitfall. (ex. Pride – “When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.” Proverbs 11:2 http://biblehub.com/proverbs/11-2.htm (Links to an external site.) )
- Describe at least 3 specific actions that a leader can take to avoid this potential pitfall.