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Speak it Courageously

“I will give you some advice, and may God be with you...Appoint...officials...[to] serve as judges for the people...That will make your load lighter.” — Exodus 18:19-22

Jethro cared about his daughter’s family. His son-in-law Moses had a big job but was burning his candle at both ends. In compassion, Jethro offered Moses advice to help him work more healthily: “What you are doing is not good . . . The work is too heavy for you; you cannot handle it alone.”

Jethro offered his wisdom to Moses in love. He wanted to help Moses avoid the burnout of trying to do all the leadership himself.

Moses, thankfully, had a teachable spirit. He could have ­ignored his father-in-law’s wisdom and continued down the path toward exhaustion, but Moses chose instead to follow Jethro’s advice. He could have received this as criticism of his work, but instead, Moses heard it as a gift from a wise mentor.

Sometimes we become irritated when people offer uninvited advice. “Who are they to tell me what to do?” But God calls us to care about the people around us. Sometimes caring means sharing our wisdom, and other times it means being willing to be taught. The Spirit knits the church together for our benefit and God’s glory. We can benefit from the godly wisdom of our brothers and sisters if we keep a teachable spirit.

PRAYER

Lord, melt my heart so that I can receive the advice of godly mentors who seek to care for me to get it right. In Jesus' name Amen.

Rev. Isaac G. Y Bangalu Founder & CE

Couples & Singles Network for Christ Initiative

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