Seek Jehovah, all you meek ones of the earth... Seek meekness. - Zeph. 2:3The quality of meekness is rarely seen in the world today. TV shows routinely feature independent people as brash, self-thinkers and ones focused on their advancement or advantage. Those attitudes are adored by many. But, the lack of meekness displeases Jehovah.
Num. 12:3 described Moses as the "meekest" man. Jesus Christ, himself literally #2 in the chain of camman, humbled himself to the point of sacrificing his position in heaven and his life for us "non-meek" people. Yet, both of these men proved to be great leaders. Jesus is now ruling as King of Jehovah's Kingdom.
I try to show that I'm meek by not imposing my own desires on others. I am an easy-going person, and will go along with whatever. It doesn't mean, however, that I will always say yes, so you need to ask. Also, when I say no, don't get mad. Meekness is not being a carpet for others to walk on. It's not defiance on my part to let you know that I'm not a complete push-over.
Should we be applauding those who make their own decisions and do what they like? "You go, girl!" is a common phrase for one who defiantly shows her independence. Moses was and Jesus is, a great leader, but these two relied on Jehovah's instruction, and we should do well to imitate that example. Jer. 10:23 is clear that "...it does not belong to man who is walking even to direct his step."
So, why demand it? Why feel that you're entitled to do what you like? Allowing Jehovah to guide our steps in everything is the best way to be happy, not relying on any other mortal human to do that for you.
Here's a really good lesson: Seek Meekness and Please Jehovah. It has very valuable counsel that will help us to please God among proud, arrogant, self-important people.
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