We could also include Jean Chretien, prime minister of Canada, who has made his share of blunders, though not in the same areas. Some Peruvian people are suspicious of Peruvian president Alberto Fujimori after he let a feared spy leader back into the country. Japanese prime minister Yoshiro Mori lost the confidence of some Japanese people through a series of blunders and questionable decisions. A few years ago, our newspapers and magazines were filled with news of leaders who had abused their power and had become involved in sexually inappropriate behavior. Some would have us forgive and forget.
Forgiveness is possible, though often the process is long, slow, and painful.
To forget may never be possible. Power can become an addiction. This message relates to the fall Adult Bible Study .