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Welcome to Day 1686 of our Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me.
This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom
Abusive Power – Daily Wisdom
Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps. Wisdom is the final frontier in gaining true knowledge. We are on a daily trek to create a legacy of wisdom, seek out discernment and insights, and boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. Hello, my friend; this is Gramps. Thanks for coming along on today’s trek as we increase Wisdom and Create a Living Legacy. Proverbs 16:16 How much better to get wisdom than gold, and sound judgment than silver! We are on Day 1686 of our Trek, and it’s time to explore another nugget of wisdom, which includes an inspirational quote along with some wise words from Gramps for today’s trek. If you apply the words you hear today, over time, it will help you become more healthy, wealthy, and wise as you continue your daily trek of life. So let’s jump right in with today’s nugget:
Today’s quote is from Alexander Hamilton, and it is: A fondness for power is implanted in most men, and it is natural to abuse it when acquired.
Abusive Power
We all like to be in control and have power over others. Unfortunately, for some, this thirst for power will slowly grow and will turn into abusive power. We are all leaders in some area of our life. Leadership can take the form of a parent with your children or a teacher with your students. Maybe you are a manager, supervisor, or mentor to someone. Regardless, we have the ability to both lead and exert power over many people during the coruse of our lives. The question is, will you abuse the power that had been given to you? Will you exert it over others to control or manipulate them? Defined control and power are taught in the Bible. Jesus had the power of God coursing through his human frame, and yet, he never abused that power. He taught his disciples that if you desire to be first in the kingdom of God, you must be a servant on earth. Jesus lays out how we can be powerful in God’s kingdom in Matthew 20:25-28, But Jesus called them together and said, “You know that the rulers in this world lord it over their people, and officials flaunt their authority over those under them. But among you it will be different. Whoever wants to be a leader among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first among you must become your slave. For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.”
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As we take this Trek together, let us always:
- Live Abundantly (Fully)
- Love Unconditionally
- Listen Intentionally
- Learn Continuously
- Lend to others Generously
- Lead with Integrity
- Leave a Living Legacy Each Day
I am Guthrie Chamberlain….reminding you to ’Keep Moving Forward,’ ‘Enjoy your Journey,’ and ‘Create a Great Day…Everyday’! See you Tomorrow for more daily wisdom!