Pastor Bob DuPar
May 4, 2008

Journal Entry


Scripture

Judges 19:1-20:48; John 3:22-4:3; Psalm 104:24-35; Proverbs 14:22-24.

Observation

The story of the Levite and his concubine is one of those stories that if you heard it in another context you would not believe that it’s actually in the Bible. I can’t even comprehend the wickedness that would lead to such brutality and abuse.

John the Baptist’s attitude in John 3 is so commendable. His humility in the words “He must become greater; I must become less” is so rare among leaders today. And, I love his words in 3:34 when he says, “God gives the Spirit without limit.” What a neat thought! What a great opportunity to experience the joy of God’s Spirit working through us and using us in ways that we never imagined or thought possible.

Finally, Proverbs 14:23 was interesting: “All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty.”

Application

I want to continually grow in the area of humility. I want to share in the joy of others’ accomplishments and successes for the Kingdom, understanding that we are all a team. God’s Kingdom is bigger than individual personalities, egos and petty pride.

Prayer

“God, continually give me Your heart, Your mind, Your wisdom to minister in a way that pleases You and lifts up and edifies others.”