Jesus embodies trustworthy leadership in stark contrast to today's authority figures. As Gen Z increasingly distrusts traditional institutions, with only 3% having strong faith in news and presidency (Gallup 2023), Jesus's leadership style offers a compelling alternative.

Unlike modern leaders who chase influence and power, Jesus consistently demonstrated authentic leadership through:

• Pursuing the marginalized instead of the elite
• Allowing followers to freely choose rather than manipulating them
• Maintaining truth over popularity, even when crowds left
• Serving others rather than seeking personal glory
• Speaking against corruption and hypocrisy in religious and political leadership

His approach stands in direct opposition to the scandals and failures that have shaped Gen Z's skepticism. While traditional institutions, including churches, struggle with trustworthiness ratings (churches scoring 4.9/10 according to Springtide Research), Jesus's leadership remains remarkably different.

The challenge isn't just institutional - it's personal. Many who criticize power-hungry leadership struggle with similar tendencies:

• Broadcasting good deeds for recognition
• Chasing influence while claiming to value humility
• Prioritizing image over authentic service

Though Gen Z's skepticism is well-founded, constant cynicism becomes exhausting. Recent events like the Asbury Revival demonstrate a deep longing to believe in something authentic again. Jesus offers this authenticity - the question is whether we're ready to embrace it.

Gospel Fluency, by Jeff Vanderstelt, teaches how to apply gospel truths to everyday life, helping believers communicate Jesus's message more effectively in today's skeptical world.

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