1 Kings 18:18 "And he answered, I have not troubled Israel; but thou, and thy father's house, in that ye have forsaken the commandments of the LORD, and thou hast followed Baalim."
Leaders set the tone for those they lead. Elijah here lays the blame on Ahab and his father's house. Israel as a nation had forsaken God and they bore the consequences of that action. Yet the leaders of Israel were held responsible.
This is why Paul in the New Testament admonishes the members of the church to be very careful when in a position of leadership. Not only do you bear responsibility for personal choices but also a measure of responsibility for those you are leading.
Who am I leading? Do I have followers I am not aware of? Where would those emulating my life end up?
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