Saturday, October 21, 2000
Saturday, October 21, 2000
And endurance produces character, and character produces hope.
Contrast Mark Antony with Jesus of Nazareth. Jesus was a penniless, itinerant preacher in the
eyes of Rome, yet he cast a shadow over history like none other who ever lived. And he did it
partially by the strength of his character. The Bible tells us he was without sin. In other words,
whatever the circumstance, Jesus always did the will of God. Only a strong person could achieve
such a record.
Be strong on the inside. Be a person of great moral character. Be a born again Christian with
Christ in your heart.
(Roman 5:4
NRSV)
Mark Antony was considered one of the great orators of Roman culture. He was an intelligent
person--a brave soldier--a powerful leader. Outwardly he was a big man. His credentials would
have put him in Who's Who in America? He merited an appearance on the Oprah Winfrey show.
However, internally--morally--he was a midget. One of his associates said to him, "Thou art able
to conquer the world, but unable to resist a single temptation." How tragic that such a large man
would cast such a small shadow.
Dear God, come into my life today and always help me to be a person of great character. Amen.
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