WHEN SOMEONE FALLS (1Corinthians 10:1-13) It has become so commonplace to hear of the misconduct of a respected public figure that even though we may be deeply disappointed, we are hardly surprised. But how should we respond to the news of a moral failure, whether by a prominent person or a friend? We might begin by looking at ourselves. A century ago, Oswalt Chambers told his students at the Bible Training College in London, Always remain alert to the fact that where one man has gone back is exactly where anyone may go back. Unguarded strength is double weakness, Chambers words echo.Pauls warning to be aware of our own vulnerability when we see the sins of others. After reviewing the disobedience of the Israelities in the wilderness, Paul urged his readers to learn from those sins so they wouldnt repeat them. He focused not on past failings but on present pride when he wrote, Let him who thinks he stands take heed lest he fall. The head shaken in reproach is a common response to public sin. More helpful is the head that nods, Yes, I am capable of that, then bows in prayer for the one who has fallen and the one who thinks he stands.
Posted on: Mon, 14 Jul 2014 12:16:14 +0000
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