We must keep a malleable mind as life’s journey takes us down paths we cannot always predict. As leaders, the pressures of the uncertainties take a toll on our lives. These stressors can drive us to become emotionally charged decision-makers and cause us to ask, “Is the Lord among us or not?” As you lead, are you prepared to increase yourself to teach people who don’t like you? Give up your addiction to affluence and you’ll get influence.