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David, A Leader in Purity

 

Ralph Waldo Emerson once stated, “What lies behind us and what lies ahead of us are tiny matters compared to what lives within us.”  This statement defines the real essence of leadership.  Great leaders are not defined by past accomplishments of future endeavors.  Great leaders are distinctly remembered for their integrity of heart.  For example, David was a great military leader.  His leadership accomplishments range from the defeat of Goliath to the conquering of the enemy nations.  Yet, when we think of King David it is not those accomplishments that stand out.  David is best remembered for that one statement God made concerning him: “I have found in David the son of Jesse a man after my heart, who will do all my will” (Acts 13:22).   David will forever be remembered as a leader after God’s own heart.  What  made David a leader in purity?  And, what characteristics can we possess to be leaders in purity?

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"Decisions, Decisions..." - Joey Ferrell

A very dear friend of mine, wonderful preacher, licensed therapist, and brother in Christ, Lonnie Jones used a statement some years ago in a lesson designed to reach younger souls that has stuck with me ever since…and I think it is just as valuable to us “older” folks as well and maybe you will agree. Here is the phrase:

You must decide which you want…is it what you want most, or what you want right now.

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