S)"6 The LORD said, 'Behold, they are one people, and they all have the same language. And this is what they began to do, and now nothing which they purpose to do will be impossible for them.'"
Genesis 11:6 (NASB)
O) The first thing I thought when I read this verse was about the fact that we live in the information age. Now, ultimately, it was the pride of the people that was the problem, not simply building the Tower of Babel. But, after reading through Revelation last month, about the end times, I couldn't help but see a correlation. As we progress further and further toward the information age, are we getting closer and closer to rebuilding the Tower of Babel in the heart of a new Babylon, just in time for God to strike against the collective pride of mankind?
A) This is a sobering reminder of the things to come, potentially in my life. I need to continue to be deliberate in my humility. Pride is insidious and relentless and I cannot take a break. I need to be vigilant in watching my own behavior. I need to be open, honest, and accepting of the counsel of others to advise, instruct, and rebuke me.
P) Father, continue to break down my pride. Soften my heart so that it is continually fertile soil for Your words to be sewn and eventually bear fruit in my life. Holy Spirit, convict me of pride and reveal to me all the secret places it lingers. Help me to deliberately submit my will in subjection to the will of the Father every moment of every day. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
P) Father, continue to break down my pride. Soften my heart so that it is continually fertile soil for Your words to be sewn and eventually bear fruit in my life. Holy Spirit, convict me of pride and reveal to me all the secret places it lingers. Help me to deliberately submit my will in subjection to the will of the Father every moment of every day. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
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