Choosing Wisely
And the king of Sodom went out to meet him. Genesis 14:17
And Melchizedek king of Salem brought forth bread and wine: and he was the priest of the most high God. Genesis 14:18
Abraham had just succeeded in routing his enemies and rescuing his friends. No doubt he and his well-trained men were on an emotional high. Then came the temptation! Bera (“excelling in evil”) was on the spot, tempting Abraham to compromise his victory. Mechizedek (“king of righteousness”) was there, too, ready to sustain and support. We are often most vulnerable after God-given successes. Look out for the Sodoms; lean on the Salems! --C. Funston
Do what conscience says is right, do what reason says is best,
Do with all your mind and might; do your duty and be blest. --Unknown
