Day 138 - May 18, 2021
Scriptures: 1 Samuel 13-14, Titus 2 “For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, while we wait for the blessed hope—the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, who gave himself for us to redeem us from all wickedness and to purify for himself a people that are his very own, eager to do what is good.” (Titus 2:11–14) When we consider Saul, what we see is a man who is powerful and effective. He is, by nearly every measure, an excellent leader. He recruits the best, and gets the best out of his men. They are victorious over their enemies. But there is serious lack in his character. We see powerful and effective leaders in our world today. We are envious of their leadership and skill, they accomplish much. The leadership call of Titus leads us to a different leader. One who is humble, and we can say of those who are mature in the faith, they are reverent, self-controlled, sound in doctrine. They live upright and godly lives, worthy of being followed. Power and effectiveness are attractive for war. The brute strength and force of Saul got things done. But it is the humble, those with great integrity, who revere God, whom God is greatly pleased. Pay attention to your heart! Jordan
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AuthorJordan Ickes, Minister of Etna Green Church of Christ. Archives
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