The Crossway Podcast
When Authority Fails to Reflect God's Good Design (Jonathan Leeman)
Nov 27, 2023
Jonathan Leeman, editorial director for 9Marks, discusses the importance of good authority in today's skeptical culture. He explores the relationship between authority and our view of God, the misuse of spiritual authority, the virtue of teachableness in good authorities, the danger of complacency after success, the importance of transparency and confession in authority, and the proper use of authority.
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Quick takeaways
- Different kinds of human authority are given by God for our good and reflect our purpose to create and rule.
- Good authority is limited, operates within God's parameters, and is teachable and sacrificial.
Deep dives
The Importance of Authority in Western Culture
Western culture seems skeptical and hostile towards authority, but as Christians, we understand that different kinds of human authority are given by God for our good. However, we also see the harm caused by the abuse of authority.
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