As we shall explore further in chapter 3, the Bible doesn’t solve abusive authority by eliminating all authority. Rather, in light of the fallen nature of humanity, the Bible repeatedly warns against the misuse of that authority (Matt. 20:25; 1 Tim. 3:3; 1 Peter 5:3). Unfortunately, some churches miss these repeated warnings. They may be so intent on defending the legitimacy of their authority that they devote little time to exploring its possible abuses.
