Looking over the shoulder of my life, this is sound advice. You can't always figure it out quickly, and that's probably okay. But there comes a time.
It is very difficult to resist the template thinking that more words will always equal understanding. Sometimes more talk does grant insight and peace and love with people. But they are those for whom love is highest priority—they love already and want to love again. I have found, however, that for those who want to make a name for themselves, who have a kingdom to build as highest priority, words are useful to gain position, not love. Lust for power has made love a hostage.
It is very difficult to resist the template thinking that more words will always equal understanding. Sometimes more talk does grant insight and peace and love with people. But they are those for whom love is highest priority—they love already and want to love again. I have found, however, that for those who want to make a name for themselves, who have a kingdom to build as highest priority, words are useful to gain position, not love. Lust for power has made love a hostage.
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Yes yes yes I want to scream this from the roof tops....amen amen
ReplyDeleteYou would not believe how timely this is brother Ralph!♥♥
ReplyDeleteWow! Same sentiment as Lisa. Timely advice.
ReplyDeletenever be afraid to wish them well and move on....
ReplyDeleteAgain......BIG EXHALE Ralph......thank you for often *saying what I mean* :)
ReplyDeleteI have to tell you...the Lord uses you....more than anyone....to help me off hooks I have managed to put myself on......thank you for your faithfulness to Him! I am better for knowing you!
Thank yiou so much Ralph!
ReplyDeleteQuote: "I have found, however, that for those who want to make a name for themselves, who have a kingdom to build as highest priority, words are useful to gain position, not love."
ReplyDeletethis describes most politicians almost perfectly! imagine if they could exchange their lust for love.
That my dear friend, is timely wisdom
ReplyDelete"I have found, however, that for those who want to make a name for themselves, who have a kingdom to build as highest priority, words are useful to gain position, not love. Lust for power has made love a hostage." Are you talking about Christians? Arabs? or Jews?
ReplyDeleteThanks very much for your comments everyone.
ReplyDeleteConnie, I'm talking about anyone and everyone. Lust for position ruins love and stuffs it in a corner of the heart for anyone who prefers it over love. When God, who identifies Himself AS love, offers Himself to them, at best they wonder how or if God will be useful to their pursuit of power. Fortunately, He is, nevertheless, unrelenting! I hope this helps.
I've just made a decision to unhook from a board where, at each meeting, every word I say is taken as though I've said something inappropriate and negative. I don't think I'm speaking that way . . . but I spend a lot of time explaining what I meant and why I said things. I just sent a card to the president expressing my friendship and will be telling her later this week I'm out. Too much drama, not worth the effort, and not only do they not get me (am I that difficult to read?), they don't want to get me. Smile, love, and move on.
ReplyDeleteGood timely advise, Ralph. There are people who have a need to NOT understand. It gets in the way of there own agenda. Sooooo I'll stop! It's not necessary because I know God understands.
ReplyDeleteIt is very difficult to resist the template thinking that more words will always equal understanding. ...Especially when I carry the burden/feeling of obligation for making all my relationships 'good' ones. Under Grace, that is lifted and I am free to speak or be silent. What liberty! Thank you for posting this, Ralph.
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