Wednesday, January 25, 2006

Thus says the Lord

’Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus...

Just to know, “Thus says the Lord!”

This year opened with a really busy 3 weeks. But it has been a good busy 3 weeks. Embarking upon my new roles and tasks, I am so very glad that 'All scripture is given by inspiration of God and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness. That the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.'
In my course of work in the PCCG department, in my dealings with colleagues and students, many different and unpredictable situations will occur. The only assurance and confidence we have about the things we do and the decisions that we make, is to base it upon the 'Thus says the Lord' from the Bible.
Thus says the Lord - 'Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in the power of your hand to do so.' Proverbs 3: 27
When the Lord places us in positions of leadership, it also means that there will be people who will be subjected to our leadership. May our leadership be biblical and steadfast - to bestow honor where honor is due. Beyond leadership, the authority could come in the form of monetary superiority or any other form of superiority. When that happens, let's not withhold the good we can do for others. If every leader lived according to this biblical principle.....

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