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Ten Ways to Avoid the Arrogance of Power -- this is a great business post, which can be applied by pastors and other church leaders (Special thanks to Todd Rhoades for the lead!)

When God speaks, things happen! That's the way it works. His Word is POWER!! In Genesis 1, God says, "Let there be light. . ." and BAMMO. There was light. In Genesis 2, God said, "It is not good for man to be alone" and BAMMO -- here comes Eve! In Genesis 15:1, the WORD of the Lord came to Abraham (Abram) "Don't be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your very great reward." BAMMO!! There was strength and security. You see it over and over again in the Bible. God says it and its a fact. He literally speaks things into existence. Quite interesting that in John 1, Jesus is called "The Word". Jesus shows up and BAMMO!! The Kingdom of Heaven is near! Jesus declared, "Lazarus, come forth!" (John 11) and BAMMO!! His friend comes hopping out of the grave. On the stormy Sea of Galilee, Jesus shouts to the raging waves, "Peace! Be Still!" and BAMMO!! All is calm and tranquil (Mark 4.) No wonder, the Word of God is called the Sword...