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Posts tagged "décisions"

So You Want To Be A Leader

Old Testament Reflection

We can all think of someone in a position of authority who made a bad decision with disastrous results.

That is David in our text today. David asks some of his leaders to count the people of Israel. It takes 9 months and twenty days. You have to honour the commitment of David’s followers and his leadership in persuading them to do something they did not see any value in doing.

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A Ruthless King

Old Testament Reflection

This chapter is grim reading. Looking at it through a 21st century lens, David’s instructions to Solomon about the treatment of his enemies seem ruthless and cruel. We wonder how the gentle poet of the Psalms can act in such a bloodthirsty manner. Our idealistic view of a pastoral artist is offended by the reality of life for an ancient king. But David was a king, with countless enemies threatening both him and his kingdom.

Read More consequences, Saviour, décisions

Wisdom is Available to Everyone

We all want our lives to be better. A better life comes through making wise decisions. Wise decisions, though, don’t come naturally. They are hard work.

This is the goal of the book of Proverbs.

Read More wisdom, obedience, décisions, proverbs


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