Humility and Righteousness
Humility and Righteousness2
Ii Chronicles 9:1
By Chuck Smith02CH 9:1PRO 11:2ISA 42:8MAT 5:16JHN 15:8ROM 12:3PHP 2:3COL 3:23JAS 4:101PE 5:6Chuck Smith discusses the visit of the Queen of Sheba to Solomon, emphasizing her purpose in seeking wisdom and the resulting glory that came to God through Solomon's humility and righteousness. He highlights the importance of balancing one's life as a believer, where true righteousness and humility cannot be consciously displayed but are evident through one's actions and character. Smith warns against the temptation to seek personal glory rather than glorifying God, stressing that our chief purpose should be to reflect God's glory in our lives.
Epistle 371
By George Fox0GEN 3:15GEN 22:18MAT 11:29ROM 2:24GAL 3:8EPH 2:15EPH 4:30COL 2:31TH 1:4TIT 2:11George Fox emphasizes the significance of the holy seed, Christ, which brings unity and blessings to all nations while destroying the evil seed that causes enmity. He encourages believers to let Christ rule in their hearts, leading to wisdom, knowledge, and righteous living that glorifies God. Fox urges the faithful to remain humble, gentle, and united in the Spirit, warning against pride and strife that disrupts the bond of peace. He calls for the faithful to maintain their worship and business meetings in truth and to reach out to others with the gospel of peace. Ultimately, he desires that all may live in a way that reflects God's glory and the knowledge of the Lord throughout the earth.