The "rule over you" has been used by many to literally believe they rule/lord over the Body. Totally opposite of Our Lords teaching.
Matthew 20:25–28
25 Jesus called them together and said,
“You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. 26 Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, 27 and whoever wants to be first must be your slave— 28 just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”
Pastor-ship today resembles a high priest go between. The early church was overseen by a plurality of Elders. Now it's the dictate of one man. Some Apostolics overseers are sporting roman collars and robes!! I knew of one who carries a staff!! LOL.
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