Today’s Thought “Integrity, Questionable” G. Ward

Then the word of the Lord came to me saying, “Son of man, prophesy against the shepherds of Israel. Prophesy and say to those shepherds, ‘Thus says the Lord God, “Woe, shepherds of Israel who have been feeding themselves! Should not the shepherds feed the flock?” Ezekiel 34:1-2

 

I sat in the pulpit, grieving profusely (as a child would), waiting to preach my Father’s funeral. I begged the Lord for the courage; my hero had fallen. It happened suddenly; a quick diversion. Mine eyes gazed upon the pastor’s shoes. They were unlike all I viewed. It’s not as if my familiarity with fine shoes was limited, but these had wealth written on its sole. I then began to view the magnificence of the structure (edifice). It could seat thousands comfortably. The interior was plush, containing all the bells and whistles. My soul was captivated with the message given me for all yet living (Lk.16:19-31). It conveys a synoptic proposal for every man to inhabit praise unto his Creator via perfect obedience while he can (cf.1 Jn.5:3).

My critique of the bishop’s apparel, along with temples adorned magnificently, seeks to more empathize with many (with meager means) who may cross the threshold of our structures to contemplate their having been left behind (cf. Ro.10:13)…

Happy Thursday!