Monday, May 9, 2011

A Tale of Three Kings

I finally made time to read Gene Edward's, "A Tale of Three Kings: A Study in Brokenness".  It's a quick and brilliant read.  You can get it on Amazon, but I'll put a couple copies in the Church library for circulation.

Gene colourfully reflects on the differences between King Saul, David, and Absalom by creatively (and quite accurately) filling in gaps to the story.  His writing has a Max Lucado style.  It speaks to the difference between a king that is suited for the Kingdom of God and and earthly king.  One seeks the approval of man and rules like a dictator, the other seeks the approval of God and rules like a servant.  This process of becoming a servant is found in how we respond to the things that try to break us... do we take matters into our own hands or do we humbly trust God?

It's a must read for anyone in Church leadership and it's a must read for anyone that has been (or is presently being) hurt by Church leadership.  I found it convicting and inspiring.

 

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