Topic

Humility

• When Jesus Cleansed the Temple: An Echo of David

  Join Rob as he unpacks the profound echoes between Jesus' temple cleansing and King David's conquest of Jerusalem, revealing a deeper meaning behind the 'Son of David' title and the healing of the blind and lame.

• Serving, Not Striving: True Greatness in God's Kingdom

  Often, we wrestle with ambition and the desire for status, much like Jesus' disciples did. But Jesus consistently points us towards a different path: one of humble service and genuine need.

• Ahab's Journey: From Blame to Repentance

  It's interesting to look at the interactions between Elijah and Ahab. Ahab, a king who seriously provoked God, seemed to blame Elijah for all of Israel's troubles. But through powerful signs and Elijah's persistent message, we see Ahab's hard heart eventually begin to soften.

• When Reproach Breaks Your Heart

  Psalm 69 paints a vivid picture of Jesus' suffering on the cross, highlighting the deep shame and reproach He bore, especially from His own people. But God, in His wisdom, always looks upon the humble, even when rejected by others.

• Samson's Repeating Folly: A Warning for Us All

  Samson, a man gifted with immense strength, repeatedly fell into the same trap, revealing his secrets to those who sought his downfall. This pattern, highlighted by a proverb, offers a powerful lesson about self-awareness and humility in our own struggles.