We come to think worldly spotlights and platforms make us happy. But this craving for attention is the opposite of what we’re called to be.
In the best version of ourselves, we are servants: humble, kind, unassuming, and eager to serve God and people. In the worst version of ourselves, however, we are like peacocks. None of us intend to become peacocks, at least I pray we don’t. But ministry has the ability, if we aren’t careful, to bring out the peacock in all of us.
The peacock is a midsize bird adorned with feathers, which make him appear much bigger and more impressive than he actually is. This bird will stretch its feathers out as wide as possible, strut in front of other animals, and pretend to be large and intimidating.
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