the giftedness of an individual, the greater the need for accountability. Or, stated another way, the greater the talent of an individual, the greater the need for corresponding character (much more on this in chapter 2). Why do some leaders possessing off-the-chart giftedness live a life of off-the-chart immaturity? Let’s face it; most people are not comfortable challenging supremely gifted individuals who are leading growing churches and ministries. And it’s fun to be friends with gifted people. We