Comments on: Saturday, November 3, 2018 – Know your place

By: Joe

Joe — Sun, 04 Nov 2018 21:23:50 +0000

Hi Julie. Balancing pride and humility is a difficult act. I grew up in a family that put a lot of focus on humility, so I struggled with my self-worth while growing up and became resentful of people who are more “sound and fury” and not much substance. Now that I have kids of my own, I want to raise them to know their strengths and talents and not be afraid to shine.

By: Chris

Chris — Sat, 03 Nov 2018 15:38:14 +0000

Great story Julie. Nothing wrong with pride as long as it is salted with a good dose of humility, like your friend. Parents take pride in their children’s achievements. However, it becomes a fault if the child grows up arrogant believing s/he is better than others. As the old saying goes Pride goeth before a fall. In life we all suffer disappointment, but for the person who believes s/he has the right to a place of privilege, when they are not recognized, will feel the humiliation even more.

Both Canada and the U.S. are heading for elections – anyone notice the sheer arrogance of certain politicians? There seems to be a tremendous lack of humility in some, sad!

Father, give us the humility which realizes its arrogance
Admits its mistakes, recognizes its need, welcomes advice
Accepts rebuke. Help us always to praise, rather than criticize
To sympathize rather than to discourage
To build rather than to destroy
And to think the best of others, rather than the worst
We ask this in your name. Amen

Let us pray for our politicians, for ourselves, for each person who will cast a vote.

God bless.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 03 Nov 2018 10:57:39 +0000

In a world of mass pop-ups and advertisements it is nice to hear the story of humility. Jesus gives us some good advise. After all if we are worthy he will call us to a higher place. Love it Julie!