A Note from Pastor Rich
March 19, 2000
William Carey, sometimes called the father of modern missions, always seemed to have a humble spirit. As a young man he had a job repairing shoes. As the years went by, honors were heaped upon him because of his many accomplishments. Yet this unassuming man would only accept positions and appointments that opened the way for him to do more work in Christ's service. Even at the zenith of his popularity, one of his most striking characteristics was his meek and selfless attitude.
To emphasize this point, "The Illustrator" related an incident that occurred at a state dinner given in his honor. With a sneer, a jealous English officer asked the host, "Wasn't your great Dr. Carey once just a shoemaker?" Before the man could reply, the renowned missionary, who was near enough to hear the remark, answered with quiet dignity, "No, sir, I was not that skilled. I was only a cobbler."
Humility is the quality that allows God to do the most awesome things through us. Without it, we so often stand in the way. What does it take to be humble? Faith. Believing that God is the true strength of our lives. I think you will see that the more mature a person is in the Lord, the more humble he or she is in the Lord. Humility is indeed the loveliest of virtues; may God help all of us to obtain that rare and crowning grace!
Your Servant,
Rich
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