Style or Principle?
Thomas Jefferson once said, “In matters of style, swim with the current. In matters of principle, stand like a rock.”
Spiritual leaders face challenges every day. There are personality conflicts, trivial matters, life changing decisions, and numerous other areas that weigh heavy on the hearts of those who lead.
There are times when leaders must be flexible. However, other times require a determined stance for what is right.
Jefferson provided a good “rule-of-thumb”. In spiritual language perhaps we could say it this way, “In matters of opinion, go along and get along. In matters of truth, stand strong.”