Wisdom

Good Morning!
To my young brothers and sisters, future kings and queens, I know it can feel like your elders don’t understand what you’re facing. 

You are eager, anxious, and ready to step out and “do your thing,” even when you may not be fully prepared for what’s ahead. 

Peter understood this tension well. That’s why he encouraged the youth to clothe themselves with humility and to listen to their elders. Not because elders are flawless, but because wisdom is gained through experience, not assumption.

Peter reminds us that God opposes the proud but gives favor to the humble. Pride clouds judgment. 

Humility clears your vision. When you slow down long enough to listen, you gain what rushing can never provide, perspective, protection, and peace.

And to the elders, Peter gives a charge as well: do not “lord over” those entrusted to you. Lead with gentleness. Guide with patience. Be examples worth following.

We see this truth in the story of young Samuel. As a child serving under Eli, Samuel didn’t yet recognize the voice of the Lord. But he listened. He stayed teachable. He humbled himself. Because of that posture, God entrusted him with revelation that shaped a nation. His life reminds us that humility positions you to hear God clearly.

Peter’s message remains urgent today:
Be humble. Be alert. Be sober‑minded.
The enemy prowls, looking for any open door—fear, pride, impatience, anxiety. But God invites you to cast every worry on Him. He cares deeply for you.

Walk wisely today. 

Stay grounded. Stay teachable. Stay watchful.

Sharing your gifts through the pain

Chadwick Boseman’s death affected the world! Was it his humble demeanor, gentle spirit, or his ability to command attention before opening his mouth? I continue to ponder that during his darkest hours of life, he never complained. He pressed on. I also reflect on what if Chadwick had the attitude many of us have about life’s conflicts? What if he quit making movies because he had cancer? We would have missed his gift. The genius of bringing characters to life on the big screen. Never experiencing Marshall, the Avengers, the end game, Black Panther, 21 bridges, the 5 Bloods and even his forthcoming movie Ma Rainy Black Bottom. All which were made between 2016-2019, at the pinnacle of his battle with colon cancer. Chadwick didn’t extinguish his light. His selflessness to continue using his talent through pain, allowed us to witness his great acting prowesses.  

2020 has been a year of unpredictability. We faced pandemics, epidemics, riots, senseless killings and deaths of iconic people. In some way they all have impacted us. Don’t let life’s circumstances keep you from using your God given purpose or talents. Like Chadwick let us keep pressing forward. For each time we don’t allow our light to shine just think of how many people missed God’s blessing through us!  Chadwick Boseman sacrificed himself despite affliction. He used his gift to bless us all. So what is your excuse? 

 

God is not listening to our prayers

God warned Solomon he would send pestilence to the lands if people would not humble themselves, seek his face and turn from their wicked ways (2 Chron. 7:11-13). Is the Coronavirus an example of God’s warning? God also promised Solomon he would heal the land (2 Chron. 7:14). People of God it’s time to take heed. God is not hearing the prayers of the church. It’s time for us all who are called by the name of (God/Yeshua/Messiah) to humble ourselves, pray, seek his face and turn from our wicked ways. If we do this, God said his eyes and ears will be open and he would be attentive to our prayers (2 Chron. 7:15). It’s time for humility. Praying. Seeking. Trusting God’s word.

Be humble

For most people it’s easier to say I’m humble than to implement. The parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector can be misconstrued if not careful (Lk 18:9-14). We read of the “humble” Pharisee who prays to God thanking him for what he is not- evildoer, robber, adulterer, and not like him 👇🏾, the tax collector. The “humility” of the tax collector appears genuine, he asked for God’s mercy for he is a sinner. So what’s the issue? God wants us to be humble, acknowledge our sins, and pray for his Grace & Mercy. The dilemma is this, Humility is like trying to stand and balance yourself on a ball. If you sway too far either side you will fall into focusing more on you than God. The key to true humility is to focus more of our time and thoughts on almighty God, rather than boasting of not being like Pharisees or tax collectors.