Moral Relativism and Leadership

Solomon's leadership and wisdom, and his teachings in Proverbs 21:1 are essential to his view of leadership.  So whether you consider yourself religious or not, whether you believe in God or not, let's explore what Solomon had to say to us.

Solomon emphasizes the connection between faith and character.  An effective leader deeply is ingrained in traits of good character- things like honesty, integrity, courage, diligence, dependability, fairness, compassion, generosity, humilirty, loyalty, and perservance. Theses traits are built on a strong  moral and ethical foundation.

Who can have these traits? By faith in God,   its very nature, traits  places a demand on the believer's life.People of faith believe within their hearts that God expects them to live moral and ethical lives. They seek to obey God's given requirement to the best of their abilities. This is not done merely because they believe they will one day have to account to God, however,the more they follow God's ways, the more thy see that He knows what He is doing..

Unsaved people will tell us that they live moral, ethical lives as well.  That is true to an extent. But people who believe in God and derive their moral principles from Holy Scriptures all have a common moral frame of reference. A moral relativist would say, "what is right for you  might not necessarily be right for me. This is not true for Christians. Excerpt taken from ..Pat Williams' The Leadership of Solomon. areskridge@sbcglobal.net , author of Sin Abides written by Annie Dennis Eskridge.

Word of Wisdom for today Romans 3:23

Many are wondering who they should vote for and many say, it is questionable. I am reminded, if we seek the face of God and pray, He will lead and guide us. One statement, the Apostle Paul reminds us in Romans 3:23 that, “for all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.” We know it means failing to do what is required. It may also express itself in an attitude.  In the Scripture it is portrayed as falling short of God’s glory and another may say going astray.

This is true when we go against God’s law.  We may not approve of what someone has said, but we still need to judge all things according to the Word of God. Christians should not sin in their words, deeds or actions. When time comes to make a decision we should ask the question, what would Jesus do? Can I be a part of this group knowing that they have perverted the Scriptures or what?

A friend wanted to know who are you going to vote for? My answer was what I just shared and my friend was happy. I did not tell her who to vote for, but I gave some good advise, what would Jesus do? Annie Dennis Eskridge, areskridge@sbcglobal.net. author of Sin Abides..website:http://www.ruthplace.com.

Word of Comfort

The Word of God tells us to comfort one another when a loved one has made their transition. “We are always confident, knowing that while we are home in the body we are absent from the Lord” (2 Cor 5:6NKJV). Because the Believer has God’s guarantee, he or she can be confident, be of good cheer that their loved one is with the Lord, if he or she was His child. This can be the case for many of us, but you still have a pain.

As I went through this valley, as the tears flowed down, without words to express for the moment. Now, my best girlfriend from school is no longer where I can call her, no longer can I laugh and talk girl talk. You see this is how I expressed my hurt and pain.

            Death is just like a toothache, the pain get lesser each day. Yes, it hurts now, but each day it gets easier to face the next day. Yes, you may cry, because you sense a void, but it is Jesus that gives the strength to go through a period of sadness. But, because, we know where our loved one is, we can rejoice in the Lord.  5/26/2012

            Everyone has the right to go through a grieving period, but its much easier when you have hope, you can rejoice because they are in the presence of the True and Living God. So, even as I write this blog, I think about my friend for over fifty years. May she rest in peace and she does not have to suffer any more. She has received her glorified body. Annie Dennis Eskridge, author of Sin Abides.

A Dictionary Of Christians- author unknown

1. Pillars- worship regularly, give time and money, use their talents.
2. Supporters- give time and money if they like the Pastor and the Treasurer.
3. Leaners- use the Church for funerals, baptism and marriages, but no time or money to support the Church.
4. Working Leaners- work but do not give money.
5. Specials- help and give occasionally for something that appeals to them.
6. Annual or Easter Birds- dress up, look serious and go to Church on Easter or some annual occasion.
7. Sponges- take all blessings and benefits, even the Lord's Suppoer, but give no mone to support the Church.
8. Tramps- go from Church to Church but support none.
9. Gossips- talk freely about everyone except Jesus.
10. Scrappers- take offense, criticize, an fight.
11. Orphan- children sent by parents who do not set them an example.
12. Backsliders- go back and walk no more with Jesus.(John 6:66)
13. Hypocrites- are leaners who say they are better than Church goers.

The Final result is, "if ye love me, keep my commandment."-John 14:15. Just wanted to share, so you can determine which group do you belong to? Annie Dennis Eskridge, author of Sin Abides, order online.

Establishing and Maintaining Our Identity

"Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think any thing as of ourselves; but our sufficiency is of God; Who also hath made us able ministers of the new testament; not of the letter, but of the spirit; for the letter killeth, but the spirit giveth life"(2 Cor 3:5KJV).

Jesus' ministry wouldn't have been very effective and His legacy would have done little to distinguish Him from the founders and leaders of the false religions of the world if He had been guilty of the same things that He condemned in others. The same is true for us. Our belief in Jesus Christ sets us apart. Many will hate us because the teachings we follow bring about conviction and lead them to the need for a eprsonal savior. Although many desire to be like us, they want what we have, peace, spiritual strength and faith, but they do not want the true and Living God. Remember the world hate us and yet desires to be like us. We should embrace our identity as Christians.  As Christians, what we believe and what we confess must be manifested in our daily lives.

Just a word of wisdom for those who accept. We must stand for what we believe. Annie Dennis Eskridge, author of Sin Abides and in the late 2013 expect a new addition to the writer's world. email:areskridge@sbcglobal.net

Word of Wisdom

We should regard the chapters of Proverbs as a wise collection of the Holy Spirit as the Ultimate source.  Yes, King Solomon penned the collections but without the Ultimate Sources, it would have not been possible.  The Proverbs are just as timely to be observed today as when they were first given.

We need to be able to identify the benefits of Go’s Word. In Proverbs Chapter 3, Solomon advises his son. Solomon knew the importance of his son keeping a persistent and continual regard for God’s precepts, promises, and provision, then he would led a life of unspeakable advantages. “My son forget not my law; but let your heart keep my commands; for length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to you” (Proverbs 3:1-2NKJV).

Solomon admonishes his son/daughter to retain the commandments and by doing so, your reward from being obedience is a long and peaceful life. Just think about it Saints where are we? This is a word of wisdom. Recently a relative shared the message of Jesus Christ with a family member.  To my surprise they rejected the Word of God and today they are no longer with us.

It is better to live for Jesus at all times, if you fall, then go the Scriptures, repent pick up the pieces and stay in fellowship with Jesus. Yes, no one is perfect, but we purposely to live after holiness do what the Word of God says and you will have no problem.  God is a forgiving God and we too must be forgiving at all times. Annie Dennis Eskridge, author of Sin Abides. website:http://ruthplace.com. Email: areskridge@sbcglobal.net

Love

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him"(John 3:16-17NIV).

The entire Gospel of Jesus Christ comes to a focus in this verse. God's love is not static or self-centered; it reaches out and draw others in. Here, God sets the pattern of true love, the basis for all love relationships-when someone loves you dearly, they are willing to give freely to the point of self-
sacrifice.  God paid dearly with  the life of His only Son, the highest price He could pay. Jesus accepted  our punishment, paid the price for our sins, and offered us a new life that He bought for us. We should  share the Gospel with others in love like Jesus.  Many times we will give up our own comfort and security so that other might come to know God's love by receiving the gift of salvation. Annie Dennis  Eskridge, author of Sin Abides. email: areskridge@sbcglobal.net. website: www.ruthplace.com.