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Discover what the Bible says about leadership qualities that matter most to God. While Scripture doesn’t prescribe voting or endorse political systems, it does highlight humility as the defining trait of those chosen to lead His people. From Saul and David to Jesus, explore how God exalts the humble and opposes the proud, offering timeless wisdom for discerning true leadership today.

From a prison cell, the Apostle Paul penned a letter to his friends in Philippi. He wrote to thank them for the care package they had recently sent. But, Paul also wrote to share a secret.

People were afraid to park their motorcycles when they visited Gabriel’s neighborhood. So he started a security guard business. As soon as a motorcycle was parked he’d run over, wrap his scrawny arms around it and hang on. The only way to get him to turn loose was to pay him. Maybe he’d get paid by the person who owned the motorcycle; maybe by a person who wanted to own the motorcycle. It didn’t matter to Gabriel.

Phil was exhausted. For weeks his nights were either sleepless or interrupted by anxious thoughts. Like so many nights before, Phil slipped out of bed and slinked to his closet, Bible in hand. Like so many nights before, he knelt there, Scripture open, weeping and praying alone. But this night, just after midnight, Phil ended his life.

I’ve seen World Vision’s programs and met their staff around the world. Their work often makes the work of other organizations, like Compassion International, possible. There are many differences between World Vision and Compassion International but here are the two that mean the most to me.