June 27-July 3 Our Christian Life And Ministry (Midweek) Meeting Answers: Spiritual Gems
Pride is dangerous. We must not allow ambition to take root in our hearts. Absalom did. He rebelled because of his pride. He sought prestige and glory for himself which leads to his fall. We all have sinful tendencies to impress others. That is why we need to be sincere towards others' welfare not ours. Whatever privilege we had in the congregation, give all the praises to Jehovah.
For this week's Bible reading, these are some gems I found.
- 2 Samuel 15:12 warns us about having false friends like Ahithophel. He was David's counselor. He turned disloyal and lost love and exclusive devotion to Jehovah. The right kind of friend, then, should be one that encourages the Christian in being loyal to the Most High God. Only lovers of Jehovah can do this. Let us make friends with those who loyally love Jehovah.
- 2 Samuel 16:5-7 teaches us the importance of self-control. David was pressed to the limit. His people’s hearts had just been stolen from him. His son had turned traitor. His counselors had deserted him. He had lost his kingdom and now was being mocked and cursed! To be called a “good-for-nothing man” (“man of Belial” [Authorized Version]—a term that eventually was applied to the Devil) was the highest insult, for it meant a person of the lowest sort. But David never gave in to these. We should do the same thing when someone is provoking us to get angry.
Yes, we sometimes face different hardships in life. But may all of us be reminded that having a humble heart at all times brings blessings. May we keep that in our minds.
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