Place and Position: Caiaphas - Power Struggle

Power is not evil, in fact God empowers us to serve the common good. Of course, power can be used for great evil and selfishness. We see that example in the High Priest Caiaphas and the religious leaders of Jesus' day. In this message we will call people to become aware of the power they have and ask them to consider how they use it. Do they use it to dominate and control? Do they keep it hidden because of insecurity and fear? Or do they use it with wisdom and gentleness to be a blessing to those they live with and lead. We are free to use our power for good when we realize we do not need to create and protect our own position and place because we have been given both in Christ.