Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Not what you know but Who you know


23 This is what the Lord says:

“Let not the wise boast of their wisdom
or the strong boast of their strength
or the rich boast of their riches,
24 but let the one who boasts boast about this:
that they have the understanding to know me,
that I am the Lord, who exercises kindness,
justice and righteousness on earth,
for in these I delight,”
declares the Lord.


Jeremiah 9:23-24
New International Version (NIV)

Commentary

People tend to admire four qualities in others:
·         Human Wisdom
·         Power (strength)
·         Kindness
·         Riches

But God puts a higher priority on knowing him personally and living a life that reflects his justice and righteousness.

What do you want people to admire most about you?

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