How did David Koresh become a leader?

Answer 1

by promising to deliver whatever the prospected converts wants. And the converts accepted David Lorresh as leaders, because it gives them hope to get what they want. Believing is the easy way out. Thinking is hard. Note: David Koresh was highly knowledgeable about the King James Bible; in fact, he had an encyclopedic ability of recalling anything in the entire bible without flaw or failing, when it came to scripture; But as you're well aware, he vainly misconstrued God's Word.

Answer 2

David Koresh became a leader of the Branch Davidians by successfully asserting his authority within the group and presenting himself as a prophet with special spiritual insights. He gained followers by convincing them of his religious teachings and by creating a strong sense of community within the group. Over time, he further solidified his leadership through manipulation and control tactics.