Hello brothers and sisters;
I intentionally posted this thread in the Doctrinal Discussions forum, about a conduct we must be conscious of in our lives and ministry.
One of the most important areas in our daily walk with Christ is our witness. From my personal study throughout the book of Acts I learned how Jesus' servants were led by the Holy Spirit to share the Gospel. I believe the servants also shared their personal story that led them to Christ.
But in my prayer time I noticed that as I share my story I wonder if behind what I say or write whether I'm humble bragging without knowing it? I may start off as sounding like a suffering servant who has worked hard, had setbacks in my discipleship; how God turned it all around and blessed me with achievement, success, material needs met, academics and good health, etc..
My prayer time and Bible reading brought me to the point of doing a self check and conviction. Is my story taking away God's glory while crediting my perseverance and resilience?
In Jeremiah 9:23-24, 23 Thus says the Lord: “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, let not the mighty man boast in his might, let not the rich man boast in his riches, 24 but let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows me, that I am the Lord who practices steadfast love, justice, and righteousness in the earth. For in these things I delight, declares the Lord.” - ESV
We are to share the Gospel to whom the Lord leads us to and this is very important in the internet forums and chat rooms. But whether we're face to face, on our electronics or the internet; it's important to express our "Praise God Moments" as an inspiration to share our testimony in a positive light but always through God's proper direction.
What is everyone's thoughts? Are we aware about the humble brag?
God bless you all and your families.
I intentionally posted this thread in the Doctrinal Discussions forum, about a conduct we must be conscious of in our lives and ministry.
One of the most important areas in our daily walk with Christ is our witness. From my personal study throughout the book of Acts I learned how Jesus' servants were led by the Holy Spirit to share the Gospel. I believe the servants also shared their personal story that led them to Christ.
But in my prayer time I noticed that as I share my story I wonder if behind what I say or write whether I'm humble bragging without knowing it? I may start off as sounding like a suffering servant who has worked hard, had setbacks in my discipleship; how God turned it all around and blessed me with achievement, success, material needs met, academics and good health, etc..
My prayer time and Bible reading brought me to the point of doing a self check and conviction. Is my story taking away God's glory while crediting my perseverance and resilience?
In Jeremiah 9:23-24, 23 Thus says the Lord: “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, let not the mighty man boast in his might, let not the rich man boast in his riches, 24 but let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows me, that I am the Lord who practices steadfast love, justice, and righteousness in the earth. For in these things I delight, declares the Lord.” - ESV
We are to share the Gospel to whom the Lord leads us to and this is very important in the internet forums and chat rooms. But whether we're face to face, on our electronics or the internet; it's important to express our "Praise God Moments" as an inspiration to share our testimony in a positive light but always through God's proper direction.
What is everyone's thoughts? Are we aware about the humble brag?
God bless you all and your families.