The Verdict on Reputation

Words from my friend Kerry:


A wise woman once told me, “You can only promote one reputation at a time; yours or God’s.”


When I strive to be recognized by others, then God looks small to the world (while I appear haughty and desperate). But if I seize every opportunity to spread God’s fame, then I fade into the background and His glorious kindness shines brightly.


It boils down to this. God is the all-powerful, sinless Creator… so His reputation is more important than mine. Yet because He loves and values me unconditionally, Jesus died to pay the price for my redemption. I am valuable to God! Does anybody else’s acceptance really matter?


When I rest in belonging to Him I can throw myself into Kingdom work by promoting God’s reputation. My every decision will be filtered through the question, “Will this action of mine show the world how great God is?”


On the other hand, if I doubt my value to God…then proving my worth through accomplishments, possessions, or my appearance becomes my full-time career. No resources remain for pursuing Christ and sharing Him with others.


Let’s look at two women of the Bible who illustrate these contrasting ideas. Hannah, who promoted God’s reputation instead of her own, and Miriam, who coveted more accolades for herself. {For a refreshing dip into God’s Word, click over to Kerry’s post.}


The full schedule:


March 27: Kathy from Free to Fly


April 3: Leah from The Point (Interview with Jennifer Dukes Lee)


April 10: Kerry from Plenty Place


April 17: Arabah from Arabah Joy


April 24: Jen from Confident in Grace


May 1: Leah from The Point


May 8: Wrap up with Arabah from Arabah Joy (Wrap up with Jennifer Dukes Lee)


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