Scripture: Judges 12:1-3
For they bind heavy burdens and grievous to be borne, and lay [them] on men’s shoulders; but they (themselves) will not move them with one of their fingers.” Matthew 23:4 (KJV)
The displeasure of the men of Ephraim against Jephthah was motivated by pride. They wanted to be recognized and given the place of glory as conquerors. But where were they when the people were being oppressed by the Ammonites?
They were not willing to lift a finger to fight the enemy but they wanted to be recognized as deliverers.
This was the same attitude of the Pharisees in the days of Jesus. They wanted seats of honour and sought the praises of men but they were not willing to lift a finger to make the people’s burden lighter (Lk. 11:43-46). Yet when Jesus went about easing the burden of the people, they had the temerity to castigate him and called him the son of Belzebub (Matt. 12:24).
This spirit of self-glorification as seen in the lives of the Ephraimites and Pharisees is still prevalent today among believers. They go about touting their abilities with total disregard for others. They belittle the work and effort of others yet they will not step in to help or serve when called upon. Are you one of such people? Repent and have a change of heart and God will have mercy on you.
REMEMBER TO ATTEND: MAP Meeting (Home Fellowship) tomorrow.
PRAYER: Lord, pride and self-glorification will never be my motive for serving you in Jesus name.
FAITH BYTE: I have the spirit of God, therefore, pride does not distract me from my service.
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