When on a recent vacation our tour guide asked the question why did we think this particular family built the tallest tower in the community. Actually I answered the question correctly using the theme of the Tower of Babel(Genesis 11:1-9) where mankind wanted to exalt themselves over God. Actually the answer was for status in the community so I was on the right track. The reason there are many different languages today is because God confused their languages so they could not work together to exalt themselves.
True exaltation comes only from God. When you do something to be honored you are not to be puffed up and brag but be humble and as a former Army boss told me “let your virtues speak for themselves”.
When mankind starts thinking they are better than God look out. And you as His followers give glory to the One to whom it is due. If you are promoted or given an honor thank God for it in the presence of others as it is He who gave you what it took to receive the reward.
PRAYER: I need you every hour Father. Forgive me when I have rooted my own horn and not given you the glory that is rightfully yours. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
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