2 Samuel 1:1-27; Micah 3:1-4:8; Romans 9:30-10:21
For we dare not class ourselves or compare ourselves with those who commend themselves. But they, measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise. 2 Corinthians 10:12 NKJV
Paul was writing to the Corinthians. The church there had many problems including immorality, factionalism, and arrogance. Paul told them to avoid comparing themselves to others, to resist inaccurate exaggerations, and seek only God’s commendation. Humility, honesty, and integrity are spiritual essentials for Christian maturity. We should all take that to heart when dealing with one another and also when talking to unbelievers about the Gospel. —Rosemary J. Richardson
Fill all my vision, Saviour divine,
Till with Thy glory, my spirit shall shine. —Avis B. Christiansen