Forever Fame Those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the firmament, and those who turn many to righteousness like the stars forever and ever. Daniel 12:3 Recommended Reading Hebrews 11:38-40 When the word star is mentioned, images of Hollywoods celebrity culture come to mind. The bright lights of stardom and the glamour of the celebrity lifestyle appeal to all who dont possess them. But once attained, fame is fleeting and stardom is shallow. There is always a bigger, brighter level of stardom to achieve in the world. God described a different kind of stardom to the prophet Daniel. Gods fame is based on wisdom and turning others to righteousness. The wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and the righteous will shine like the stars. And both will shine forever and ever. When we are committed to the work of the Lord, the world may not recognize us, but we can be certain that Gods greats do not go unrewarded. The certainty of eternal life in the presence of God is a level of celebrity of which the world knows nothing—star power that will shine forever. If the love of fame be our governing principle, our whole ministry will be tainted by it. Andrew Fuller Read-Thru-the-Bible Psalm 119 Live Inspired! Keep Believing, Dr. V Share the Knowledge!
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