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“I think of Pope Gregory the Great. He wanted the cloister. He wanted to pray and study, and yet he was thrust into this administrative job, and he submitted to that. And in that submission, he became a great leader. You could say that the only person who is safe to lead is the person who is free to submit.”

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Richard J. Foster

Richard J. Foster, born on May 3, 1942, is a renowned author. His works cover a range of topics including Christian spirituality, personal growth, and leadership, and have been well-received by readers worldwide. more

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