Ambition can take an ugly form when it displays a personal lust for power … think Hitler.

“There is a time when a man lords it over others to his own hurt.” [Ecc. 8:9b]

Jesus taught and modeled humility. He spoke of a feast where guests vied for the best, most prominent seats, but were humbled by being requested to sit at a lower position. To summarize, He said, “All those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” [Luke 14:11]

Honor, authority, and respect must be earned and never demanded.

READ/LISTEN: Ecc. 7-10