Consumed By Pride
Scripture reading: 2 Kings 5 Worship song: I will wait Meditation: Naaman, commander of the army of King Aram of Syria, a well-known mighty man of valour became sick with leprosy and desire to be healed. When news came to him about the prophet with the gift of healing, he hastily went to Israel. Naaman became angry when prophet Elisha requested that he dip in the Jordan River to receive his healing. His outburst prompted his servants to reasoned with him and encouraged him to follow the advice of the prophet. Naaman then reluctantly obeyed and dipped himself seven times in the river and came out completely healed. Naaman's pride and stubbornness to follow the prophet's simple instruction almost caused him to lose his healing deliverance. Being too proud and stubborn can also cause us to lose the blessings God has in store for us. We, too, should obey the Word of God, even when God’s way does not make sense to us. Our breakthrough comes when we believe and trust God. Without bel...