Oftentimes, we fail to learn valuable lessons from others, because we feel what they are doing, has no bearing on what we are trying to accomplish. This is especially true among us Christians, whether it be laity or ministers. I mean why would we pay attention to how a successful, secular person or company achieves success? After all, we are spiritual and they are not! Because that is what the Bible does.
Let's look at one story for an example. Luke 18:1-8
The above link references the story of the widow and the unjust judge. Here the judge admits that he doesn't fear God or man, but is going to give in to the widow's plea just so she won't wear him out. Jesus then explains how this story applies to increase our understanding of God.
This is one very quick example, but for many more, just read the parables in the Bible. The Bible is full of examples of how we can receive spiritual lessons from the secular, physical world. I challenge you to look at the world around you and ask God to open your eyes to what you are missing that could be used for His purposes.
Let's look at one story for an example. Luke 18:1-8
The above link references the story of the widow and the unjust judge. Here the judge admits that he doesn't fear God or man, but is going to give in to the widow's plea just so she won't wear him out. Jesus then explains how this story applies to increase our understanding of God.
This is one very quick example, but for many more, just read the parables in the Bible. The Bible is full of examples of how we can receive spiritual lessons from the secular, physical world. I challenge you to look at the world around you and ask God to open your eyes to what you are missing that could be used for His purposes.
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