Removing Leaders

Reject a divisive man after a first and second admonition,

When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.

He changes the times and seasons; He removes kings and establishes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning.

Brothers, if someone is caught in a trespass, you who are spiritual should restore him with a spirit of gentleness. But watch yourself, or you also may be tempted.

It shall not be this way among you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant,

If he refuses to listen to them, tell it to the church. And if he refuses to listen even to the church, regard him as you would a pagan or a tax collector.