Some Christians are called into Five Fold Ministry positions (remember these callings were given by God before the foundation of the earth). Such people may answer their callings and prepare themselves accordingly until God, not man, places them within positions of authority within the Body of Christ (e.g. Ephesians 4:11). Therefore, within the church, it is fitting that we respect the people whom God has placed in authority over us. We should also submit to their authority within the boundaries of the Word of God - for Hebrews 13:17 tells us:

Those who have positions of authority within the Body of Christ are, however, to be servants of the people and are not to try and dominate or control them.