Power vacuums will inevitably occur in organizations as long as there are people who are driven by ambition. Such individuals covet the foremost position. Servanthood is anathema to them. They crave prominence. They are dissatisfied with remaining in their current position. What’s worse, such people are unwilling to trust in the Lord for their opportunities nor are they content to wait on God’s timing. These ladder-climbers take matters into their own hands.
Some people assume they must seize whatever they can in life. They have an inherent distrust in God or in people. They are determined to be the master of their own destiny. Sadly, if these people had been satisfied with what God gave them, they could have experienced contentment. If they could have found happiness in every stage of life (even if it wasn’t as the boss), they could have experienced much joy throughout their life.
Instead, these discontented people continually push themselves to the front of the line. They use people to advance their selfish causes. They create turmoil in organizations because everything is done to benefit them. History demonstrates that such individuals divide organizations and stir up conflict wherever they go. And, sadly, history also chronicles that such people find their way into every place where there are positions and power.
Are you presently dealing with one of these people? Are you one of those people?