Does Power Corrupt In A Ministry

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Does Power Corrupt?
Many times when a person walks into a ministry they seek serenity, faith, and sometimes a better life. But there are many people in a person’s ministry that can not only be overly judgemental, but also corrupting to others and to the church. Some reasons of this are superiority, publicity, and opinionated suggestions. But one reason for this may be tradition, and here is why.
The reason to why superiority can cause corruption is because of the position they are in the ministry. Many times being in a high position in a church they have a sense of need. That when they share their thoughts or ideas it can greatly affect others emotionally, physically, and mentally. Making them change the way they think, act, and the way that

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