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A Review of Reckoning with Power by David E. FitchPower shapes every part of life—our families, workplaces, churches. Can we embrace “power with” and “under power”? This book offers pastors, leaders, and everyday Christians a fresh perspective. Read the full review, click here: [Book Review by Rick Bergen.]

Hypothetically… If God had a favored servant leader in the middle tier and wanted to call them to a much greater level of influence, responsibility, and leadership, how might He go about it? What kind of circumstances would God use to shape and refine them for that higher calling? Can you think of any biblical, historical, or modern day examples? What comes to mind? Please email me at rick.bergen@xtrememercy.com

This is my favorite quote from the Missions Conference in Texas. Dave’s context was churches and groups of churches, but we can see the truth even when children play together.Overriding and ignoring are both power-over situations.May God give you a clear divine opportunity to help someone, maybe even yourself, make a different choice this week.

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