Haughty churches have self-righteous leaders. What leaders exemplify is crucial. Churches become what they are fed through the influence of those in leadership. Leaders must be examples to those being led. It s really not a question of whether they will be an example or not.
Elders are to feed and shepherd the flock.
We are reminded of Jesus words to Peter. Jesus said this to indicate the kind of death by which Peter would glorify God. Peter turned and saw that the disciple whom Jesus loved was following them. You must follow me. Becoming a shepherd of God's people begins with striving to do right yourself .