As we draw close to our Federal Election, the lectionary reading for this Sunday is very appropriate to the occasion. The Gospel reading tells the story of the disciples James and John wanting assurances from Jesus that when he moves into a position of earthly power and authority, they will receive special privileges. Jesus reminds them that in the Kingdom of God, whoever wishes to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wishes to be first among you must be slave of all. On the eve of the election, these are good words for us to remember, as this Sundays sermon focuses on leadership qualities we find in Scripture.