Today’s Bible Reading:
1 Samuel 8-10; 2 Corinthians 10
Journal Entry on a passage from today’s reading:
Topic: Boasting
SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 10:18
For it is not the one
who commends himself who is approved, but the one whom the Lord commends.
(2 Cor 10:18 NIV)
OBSERVATION:
This statement seems so obvious. Basically it says, “Don’t
toot your own horn.” There is something in our human nature that enjoys
receiving accolades. We love it when other people praise our achievements; and
often we tend to make sure they hear about them so they will know to compliment
us. But whether or not we are bragging or listening to others boasting for us,
the only commendation that matters is what comes from the Lord.
APPLICATION:
I’ll admit that I really appreciate receiving positive
feedback from people. Not only does it feed my ego, but it encourages me to try
even harder and excel all the more. Likewise, negative feedback, though not
pleasurable, helps me make corrections and grow. Self boasting produces nothing
and the praise of others can be fleeting. I must let God toot my horn.
PRAYER:
Lord, may I live as one whom You commend. Through Christ.
Amen. -AP
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