Solomon’s son, Rehoboam, was an arrogant fool. His foolishness was manifested in an ego the size of ancient Persia, which resulted in him always believing he was the smartest person in the room. Ever known (or worked with) someone like that? Me too, unfortunately. One of the metanarratives of the Old Testament book of Proverbs … Continue reading Wise War
Humility
Bloom where you’re Planted
Ever been stuck in a job, or class at school, or a season of life you’ve desperately wanted out of, repeatedly praying, “God, get me out of here!”? Me too. Did you know there are numerous examples of this in the Bible? Here’s just one: We find a familiar story in the book of Genesis. … Continue reading Bloom where you’re Planted
The Danger of Good Leaders Becoming Proud When They Are Older And Successful
Below is a warning from scripture that should be heeded by all church leadership. Written by professor/author (he was my Youth Pastor when I was in high school), Jim Hardwicke, this warning should be memorized by all of us in vocational ministry. I want you to see one thing, in particular: every leader listed here … Continue reading The Danger of Good Leaders Becoming Proud When They Are Older And Successful
Availability over Ability
While the world looks at outward appearance and natural skills, God is simply looking for a humble heart, willing to trust him. "...For the Lord sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart.” In the mid 19th century, a young man named Hudson Taylor set … Continue reading Availability over Ability
Minor Prophets with a Major Message: Zephaniah
Humility these days is in short supply. I'm certainly no model of humility. Zephaniah preached to, and admonished, a complacent people who had grown repulsively stagnant in their devotion to the very God who had, over and over again, blessed them materially and rescued them from their enemies. Making things worse, Israel had lost their … Continue reading Minor Prophets with a Major Message: Zephaniah