Mon Sep 23 23:09:22 UTC 2024: ## The Danger of Seeking Our Own Glory: A Call to Humility in Ministry

**By Dr. Michael Brown**

In a world obsessed with self-promotion and accolades, Dr. Michael Brown warns against the dangers of seeking our own glory, especially in the context of ministry. He argues that, while honoring those who serve God is essential, we must never confuse that honor with the worship that belongs solely to God.

Drawing on biblical figures like John the Baptist, Evan Roberts, and the apostle Paul, Brown emphasizes that our ultimate purpose is to glorify God, not ourselves. He warns that taking credit for God’s work or seeking recognition can hinder the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.

He recalls the example of Evan Roberts, who during the Welsh Revival of 1904-1905, was distressed by the worship directed at him and prayed for God to take away the glory. This, Brown argues, is a lesson we all need to learn.

Brown further points out that the Bible repeatedly warns against the dangers of pride and arrogance. He reminds us that we are mere vessels, entrusted with a treasure that is not our own. “We have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us,” he quotes from 2 Corinthians 4:7.

The author underscores the necessity of humility, urging us to strive for a cross-centered faith that kills our fleshly desires for recognition and praise. He concludes with a call to action, urging us to step aside and allow God to have his way. Ultimately, it is only by exalting Jesus that people can be saved.

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