Leaders can become idols and division can arise around the advocates of particular leaders."For while one saith, I am of Paul; and another, I am of Apollos; are ye not carnal? - 1 Corinthians 3:4
The Falwells and others of this world have had their followings. But, there has always been a shortage of leaders in the dusty harvest fields.
"Therefore said he unto them, The harvest truly is great, but the labourers are few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth labourers into his harvest". - Luke 10:2
Christ's directive to pray for more laborers has always been valid and has never been withdrawn. Yes, most prayer is humble closet work that takes place away from the glare and glory.
Great leadership has always required great service. In the future, it will sometimes carry a great price.
"Then shall they deliver you up to be afflicted, and shall kill you: and ye shall be hated of all nations for my name's sake". - Matthew 24:9
In Revelation 11, when the two great witnesses are killed, it is said that "..they that dwell upon the earth shall rejoice over them, and make merry..."
Zeal will be required to resemble the leadership of the Lord Jesus Christ (Psa 69:9, Jhn 2:17). Many leaders will come from outside the USA.