Ancient Wisdom for Modern Church Leaders

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Just a random thought for today. It's a thought that I hope some people in high places will heed, as it is very sound advice when leading and should give some sparks to reflect on how things are being handled and how folks are being led in the Church.

“If words of command are not clear and distinct, if orders are not thoroughly understood, then the general is to blame. But, if orders are clear and the soldiers nevertheless disobey, then it is the fault of their officers.” -Sun Tzu
I know that the punishment following this particular incident for Sun Tzu was quite harsh; nevertheless, it is important that there be punishment and that it be swift. Too many folks have free reign spreading dissident ideas without punishment or reprimand and this leads to disorder. Hence, this is sound advice even in modern circumstances. Directives need to be clear not ambiguous, and while there is a degree of flexibility, those who serve the Church need to be faithful. When clergy or religious continually disobey, the question must be asked why. It is either the orders were not clear, or they were clear but they chose to disobey and if they did and  no reprimand was issued they will continue and that plague of disobedience will spread. Leaders should be asking themselves these very questions and then strive to address the deficiency.

Just my thinking...
Food for thought...

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