Rush Limbaugh mentioned a few months ago on his show that his father once told him, "If you want to learn about another person's character, watch how they treat people who can't do anything for them." I have meditated on this ever since. While this principle would shed a great deal of light on corrupt and selfish individuals in the political sphere, the same applies to the sphere of ministry and theological education.
As you allow your character to be shaped and influenced by certain preachers, teachers, theologians and apologists, ask yourself these questions: Is this leader inclined to befriend or treat kindly those people who can't be used for purposes of self-promotion? Do they seem like people who merely surround themselves with sycophants? Are they dismissive, condescending or scornful towards the average person who asks them sincere theological questions? Do they behave like angels around people with influence, status and credentials, but act disrespectful toward others without that status?
Avoid such prideful and selfish men. They are unfit for ministry and they certainly should not be holding office in any church.
1 comment:
Rush's father hit the nail right on its head.
The same can be said about the numerous bloggers who gather a 'following', and are dismissive of others - who are sincerely asking questions.
Such will never learn anything about true godliness.
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