The Lion King came roaring into Nashville a few weeks ago. This delightful Broadway musical about the circle of life tells the story of Simba, the shame-based, guilt-ridden, lion cub from Pride Rock who avoids becoming King of the Jungle because he doesn't think he's good enough.

When I mention the word leader, what images dance in your head — a military officer barking orders, a politician seeking votes, the head of a company telling others what to do? How does ‘leader' strike you?

A stranger called a church office one day and said to the receptionist, “I want to speak to the Head Hog." The stunned receptionist replied, “I'm not sure what you mean." The impatient stranger on the phone said, “Look, ma'am, I want to give the church a million dollars. I need to talk with the Head Hog." T…