THEY - Jan. 23rd, 2008

We've all probably heard the phrase "The Power of One". I believe in the principle. There is a plethora of illustrations, both historic and present day, of the accomplishments and influence of one person. Here's what I believe about about all of them. There was more than likely a "they" behind the scenes. There's was a "them" behind the curtain somewhere in past scenes of the "ones" life. Every "one" has a "they".
Possibly parents.
Possible teachers.
Possibly friends.
The Bible does tell us that "one can chase a thousand..." However, we must ask why? It's probably because the "one" had a "they". The second half of that verse reveals the real point. "...but two can chase ten thousand". I'm not really sure there is any real "power of one". We need one another. There's really no such thing as independence. We are always dependent upon others on some level. We really do need the "they". Who are some key "they" people in your life?
Recognize them.
Honor them.
Love them.
Support them.
Pray for them.
Thank them.
Listen to them.
Learn from them.
Scripture teaches us the importance of plurality. If there is any "power of one" there is multiplied power in the corporate effort. The day you begin to think it was all because of you will be the day before the fall. Pride comes before a fall.

Wanna meet me here in the morning?
Sam