Power

Expecting (or trying to force) people to follow me because of my position, title, degrees, or achievements.
Using guilt or shame to persuade others to do what I think is right.
Using biblical verses such as "Touch not my anointed ones" (Psalm 105:15) to defend myself or persuade others.
Not sharing requested or needed information in an open and timely manner.
Withholding pertinent information needed by my co-workers or followers.
Acting or speaking in deceptive ways in order to control others or protect myself.
Spending time and energy trying to control people and situations instead of exercising self-control.
Using harsh or judgmental language with others, especially when I want them to do something.
Threatening others with bad consequences in order to get my way.
Threatening others with my own resignation or withdrawal in order to get my way.
Having the tendency to think that my way is the right way.
Giving people responsibility but expecting them to fulfil it in the way I determine.
Not allowing, actively or passively, other people to take leadership or ministry responsibility as appropriate.
Not giving people open access to the resources needed in order to fulfil their responsibilities fully and in a timely way.
Giving different people different information about the same activity, responsibility or situation.
Using rules, regulations, or the Bible in a way that stifles discussion and tries to force people to listen to me or obey me.
Using phrases such as "because I said so" or "the Lord told me" when people raise questions about my decisions or opinions.
Using technical, obscure or complicated language in order to persuade people that I am right.
Being harsh, critical, or abusive with others, especially if they do not agree with me.
Taking responsibility for someone else's obedience and discipleship.
Other ways that God may be showing you.